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Besides - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

besides

/**American phonetic transcription:** bɪˈsaɪdz/ /**British phonetic transcription:** bɪˈsaɪdz/

Definition:

In addition to, apart from; also used to introduce an additional point.

Synonyms:

additionally, moreover, furthermore, also, beyond

Part of Speech:

preposition, adverb

Antonyms:

excluding, except

Common Collocations:

besides that, besides this, besides the point, besides everything else

Derivatives:

beside (related but distinct meaning), besidesness (rare)

Usage Tips:

Use "besides" to add information or emphasize an extra point in a sentence.

Common Phrases:

besides the point, all jokes aside and besides, no harm no foul and besides

Etymology:

Originates from Middle English "bisides," meaning "by the side of" or "in addition to."

Examples:

  • 1. She loves reading books besides watching movies.
  • 2. I don’t want to go; besides, it’s too late now.
  • 3. Besides English, he speaks French fluently.
  • 4. The food was delicious; besides, the service was excellent.

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