Besides
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /bɪˈsaɪdz/ · Part of speech preposition
Quick meaning: Besides is a preposition meaning In addition to.
Meaning
In addition to.
More Meanings
- Other than; except for; instead of.
- (now informal) Beside, next to.
- (conjunctive) Also; in addition.
- (conjunctive) Used to emphasize an additional point, especially an important or stronger reason; moreover; furthermore.
- Otherwise; else.
- (obsolete) On one side.
Example Sentences
I don't want to go anywhere besides India.
I want to go with someone besides my father.
Besides José, I'll invite Jay and Renée, the three of them.
We've paid for your whole education and plenty more besides!
Synonyms for besides
Depending on context, synonyms include beyond, barring, likewise, also, too.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include also, too, likewise, additionally, moreover, furthermore.
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