English

instead

ɪnˈsted, ɪnˈstɛd
Meaning: in place of someone or something else; as an alternative
Part of Speech: Adverb Alternative Readings: ɪnˈstɛd

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Example sentences

If you don't have coffee, you can have tea instead.
If you don't have coffee, you can have tea instead.
Many coffee shops have switched to compostable cups instead of disposable plastic ones.
Many coffee shops have switched to compostable cups instead of disposable plastic ones.
The defendant was charged with a misdemeanor instead of a felony.
The defendant was charged with a misdemeanor instead of a felony.
I prefer to drink diet soda instead of the regular version.
I prefer to drink diet soda instead of the regular version.

Usage Notes

Used when one thing is substituted for another. It often appears at the end of a sentence or as 'instead of' followed by a noun or gerund.

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