English · Adjectives
farther
/ˈfɑːrðər/
[/ˈfɑːrðər/]
comparative of far (distance)
Beginneradjective
Definition
Irregular comparative form of 'far', used mainly for physical distance.
Example
The lake is farther than the hill.
The lake is farther than the hill.
Etymology
A variant of 'further' specialised for physical distance.
How & Where It’s Used
Preferred for measurable distance; 'further' covers figurative senses too.