Else

/Ι›ls/

The meaning and definition of Else, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

adverb
  1. (follows interrogative adverbs) Otherwise, if not.
    β€œHow else (=in what other way) can it be done?”
adjective
  1. (used only with indefinite or interrogative pronouns) Other; in addition to previously mentioned items.
    β€œThe instructor is busy. Can anyone else help me?”
Synonyms otherwise

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