besides Meaning & Definition
What Does Besides Mean?
Besides is a preposition that means In addition to. It can also mean Other than; except for; instead of. As an adverb, it means Also; in addition.
Besides: Key Facts
| Part of speech | preposition, adverb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /bɪˈsaɪdz/ |
| Synonyms | likewise, also and as well |
Besides Definition (Preposition)
- In addition to.
Besides José, I'll invite Jay and Renée, the three of them.
- Other than; except for; instead of.
I don't want to go anywhere besides India.
- Beside, next to.
Besides as an Adverb
- Also; in addition.
We've paid for your whole education and plenty more besides!
- Used to emphasize an additional point, especially an important or stronger reason; moreover; furthermore.
I don't feel like going out tonight. Besides, I have to work tomorrow morning anyway.
- Otherwise; else.
I have been to Spain but nowhere besides.
- On one side.
Preposition
- In addition, in addition to.
- Beside.
Synonyms of Besides
Besides synonyms and antonyms →Besides in a Sentence
Besides José, I'll invite Jay and Renée, the three of them.
I don't want to go anywhere besides India.
I want to go with someone besides my father.
We've paid for your whole education and plenty more besides!
I don't feel like going out tonight. Besides, I have to work tomorrow morning anyway.
I have been to Spain but nowhere besides.
Word Forms & Grammar
besides
besides (not comparable)
Words That Rhyme With Besides
Origin of Besides
From Middle English bisides (also bisiden), extension of biside, equivalent to beside + -s (adverbial suffix).