Also
Also adverb - In addition to what has been said.
Usage example: I'd like a motorcycle for my birthday; also, I'd like a new CD player
Besides is a synonym for also in furthermore topic. In some cases you can use "Besides" instead the word "Also" as an adverb or an adjective or a conjunction, when it comes to topics like increase, moreover, in addition, too. popular alternative
Besides
Besides adverb - In addition.
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Also is a synonym for besides in furthermore topic. You can use "Also" instead the word "Besides" as an adverb or an adjective or a conjunction, if it concerns topics such as as well, increase, moreover, in addition. popular alternative
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