Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

the-other-side-of-the-coin

idiom
ðə ˈʌðər saɪd əv ðə kɔɪn
Definition
A phrase used to describe the other aspect or perspective of a situation, often highlighting contrasting viewpoints.
Examples
  • When discussing climate change, it’s important to consider the economic costs; that’s the other side of the coin.
  • While she loved the job, the other side of the coin was the long hours it demanded.
Meaning
It refers to the alternative sides or implications of a particular issue that may not be immediately obvious, encouraging a fuller understanding of complex situations.
Synonyms
  • another perspective
  • alternative view
  • opposite viewpoint