Other — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Other
Other (adjective)
- being the one (as of two or more) remaining or not included
- being the one or ones distinct from that or those first mentioned or implied
- second
Other (noun)
- a different or additional one
- one that remains of two or more
- a thing opposite to or excluded by something else
Other (pronoun)
- a different or additional one
- one of two that remains
- each preceding one
Other (adverb)
- otherwise —used with than
Other (verb)
- to treat or consider (a person or a group of people) as alien to oneself or one's group (as because of different racial, sexual, or cultural characteristics)
Other (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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being not of the same kind
"no, I need the other pen, the blue one"
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resulting in an increase in amount or number
"we'll be taking one other person on the trip"
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having been such at some previous time
"I was something of a celebrity in other days"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Other
The most common words with a similar meaning to Other:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Other
Words with the opposite meaning of Other:
Near Antonyms of Other
Word Forms of Other
Inflections: othered, othering
Derived words: othering (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Other
Middle English, from Old English ōther; akin to Old High German andar other, Sanskrit antara
First known use: before 12th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Other
- CEFR level: A1 English Vocabulary — Page 13
- Topics: Grammar Function Words
Words & Phrases Containing Other
Frequently Asked Questions about Other
What does "Other" mean?
"Other" means being the one (as of two or more) remaining or not included. As an an adjective, a noun, a pronoun, an adverb and a verb, it is defined as: being the one (as of two or more) remaining or not included. It has 3 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Other"?
Other words for "Other" include different, disparate, dissimilar, distant, distinct, distinctive, distinguishable and diverse. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Other" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Other"?
There are 75 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Other". Common alternatives include different, disparate, dissimilar, distant, distinct, distinctive, distinguishable, diverse, nonidentical and unalike.
What is the opposite of "Other"?
Antonyms of "Other" include alike, identical, indistinguishable, kin, kindred, like, parallel and same. Near antonyms include equal, selfsame, equivalent and tantamount.
How do you use "Other" in a sentence?
Examples of "Other" in a sentence: "no, I need the other pen, the blue one"; "we'll be taking one other person on the trip"; "I was something of a celebrity in other days".
Is "Other" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Other" can be used as an adjective, a noun, a pronoun, an adverb and a verb, depending on the context.
Is "Other" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As an A1-level word, "Other" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.
How do you pronounce "Other"?
"Other" is pronounced /ˈə-t͟hər/ and divided into syllables as oth·er.