Definition of Instead

1. Adverb. In place of, or as an alternative to. "Alternatively we could buy a used car"

Exact synonyms: Alternatively, Or Else
Partainyms: Alternative

2. Adverb. On the contrary. "Used English terms instead of Latin ones"
Exact synonyms: Rather

Definition of Instead

1. adv. In the place or room; -- usually followed by of.

Definition of Instead

1. as a substitute or equivalent [adv]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Instead

instantly
instantness
instantnesses
instants
instar
instar
instarred
instarring
instars
instate
instated
instates
instating
instauration
instaurations
instead (current term)
instep
instep
insteps
instigant
instigate
instigated
instigates
instigating
instigation
instigations
instigative
instigator
instigators
instil

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