else (A1)

adverb, pronoun

Pronunciation: /ɛls/

Definition

Used to refer to a greater degree or extent, or to a different place, time, or situation.

Examples

• What else do you want?

• She is taller than anyone else in her class.

• He went somewhere else to live.

How to Use else

elsewhere (adverb)

In or to some other place. — "He works elsewhere."

elsewhere (adverb)

In or to some other place. — "He works elsewhere."

Synonyms of else

Words with a similar meaning to else:

• other
• additional
• different
• further

Antonyms of else

Words with the opposite meaning to else:

• same
• usual

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