Besides — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

preposition adverb adjective /bi-ˈsīdz/ be·sides

Meaning & Definition of Besides

Besides (preposition)

  1. other than, except
  2. together with

Besides (adverb)

  1. as well, also
  2. moreover, furthermore

Besides (adjective)

  1. else

Besides (preposition) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. in addition to

    "besides me, there are five people working on this project"

    similar: as well as, beside, beyond, over and above, along with, at that, together with
    related: plus, including
    near: except, less, minus, wanting

  2. not including

    "the book is 800 pages long besides the bibliography"

    similar: apart from, aside from, bar, barring, beside, but, except, except for, excluding, exclusive of, other than, outside, outside of, save, saving

Besides (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. in addition to what has been said

    "Besides, Dan exclaimed, Who are you to tell me what to do?"

    similar: additionally, again, also, either, further, furthermore, likewise, more, moreover, then, too, withal, yet, as well, for good measure, in addition to, into the bargain, on top of, to boot, what's more

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Besides

The most common words with a similar meaning to Besides:

as well as, beside, beyond, over and above, apart from, aside from, bar, barring, but, except, except for, excluding, exclusive of, other than, outside, outside of, save, saving, along with, at that, together with, additionally, again, also, either, further, furthermore, likewise, more, moreover, then, too, withal, yet, as well, for good measure, in addition to, into the bargain, on top of, to boot

Related Words for Besides

plus, including

Near Antonyms of Besides

except, less, minus, wanting

Origin & Etymology of Besides

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Besides

Frequently Asked Questions about Besides

What does "Besides" mean?

"Besides" means other than, except. As an a preposition, an adverb and an adjective, it is defined as: other than, except. It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Besides"?

Other words for "Besides" include as well as, beside, beyond, over and above, apart from, aside from, bar and barring. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Besides" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Besides"?

There are 43 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Besides". Common alternatives include as well as, beside, beyond, over and above, apart from, aside from, bar, barring, but and except.

How do you use "Besides" in a sentence?

Examples of "Besides" in a sentence: "besides me, there are five people working on this project"; "the book is 800 pages long besides the bibliography"; "Besides, Dan exclaimed, Who are you to tell me what to do?".

Is "Besides" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Besides" can be used as a preposition, an adverb and an adjective, depending on the context.

Is "Besides" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Besides" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Besides"?

"Besides" is pronounced /bi-ˈsīdz/ and divided into syllables as be·sides.

What is the origin of the word "Besides"?

First known use: 15th century.