1.ConjunctionUsed in comparisons, to introduce the basis of comparison."The artist worried more than was necessary: there were a lot of people at the exhibition, more than came last year.; she's taller than I am; she found his advice more witty than helpful; we have less work today than we had yesterday; We had no (other) choice than to return home; I love you more than (what) she does, but less than he, or than I do your sisters.; Profits were higher than forecast.; City dwellers have a higher cancer rate than do countrymen. Apparently, they drink more than is good for 'em."