instead (A2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈsted/

Definition

As an alternative to something else.

Examples

• He didn't want to go to the party, so he stayed home instead.

• She decided to walk instead of taking the bus.

• We had planned to go to the beach, but it rained, so we went to the museum instead.

How to Use instead

instead of (prepositional phrase)

In place of; as an alternative to. — "He drank water instead of soda."

Synonyms of instead

Words with a similar meaning to instead:

• rather
• alternatively
• in lieu of

Antonyms of instead

Words with the opposite meaning to instead:

• also
• likewise

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