Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
instead
Adverb
/ɪnˈstɛd/
Definition
A word used to indicate an alternative or substitution.
Examples
- You can have tea instead of coffee.
- He chose to walk instead of taking the bus.
- Instead of going out, they stayed home to watch a movie.
Meaning
Instead is used when one thing replaces another in a specific context, signifying preference or choice.
Synonyms
- Rather
- In place of
- Alternatively
