The UVic Writer's Guide


Farther/ Further


Farther refers to physical distance ("Let's paddle a little farther") and further to more abstract concerns of time or degree ("Let us meditate further on this question"). This distinction is fast becoming unimportant, but precise use may come in handy.

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