Pronunciation

/bɪˈsaɪdz/

Definitions

• Adverb: In addition to, beside, or apart from something else; besides having another meaning. For example: “She has a lot of experience, besides her excellent qualifications.”
• Preposition: Used to indicate that one thing is in addition to or apart from another. For example: “I have a meeting at 2, besides the usual office tasks.”

Phrases

• “Besides the obvious” implies there’s an additional, less obvious aspect.
• “In addition to” is a similar expression to “besides.”
• “Apart from” is often used to mean the same as “besides,” but can also suggest exclusion.

Example Sentences

• Adverb: “She speaks several languages, besides English.”
• Preposition: “Apart from his studies, he volunteers at a local charity.”

Synonyms

• Moreover
• Furthermore
• Also
• In addition
• Along with
• Plus

Antonyms

• Except
• Without
• Excluding

Note: Besides is not typically used as a noun or verb in the way the other words are explained in the provided format, as it primarily functions as an adverb or preposition.