Simple meaning
What does Besides mean?
Besides means also or in addition.
Dictionary definition
Besides means in addition to something else.
Example sentences
Besides in a sentence
easy
In class, we learned what besides means.
medium
The teacher used besides in a sentence so we could see its exact meaning.
hard
During writing practice, choosing besides instead of a confusing look-alike made the sentence clearer.
Synonyms
Words like Besides
alsoClose in meaning; check context for exact use.
additionallyClose in meaning; check context for exact use.
plusClose in meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
excludingHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
withoutHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
Word family
Besides word family
Base word
besides
preposition
besides
Base form.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does besides mean?
Besides means besides means also or in addition.
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