Synonyms for
Besides
Definition
in addition to; apart from
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- besides that
- besides this
- besides the point
- besides being
- besides all that
- besides which
- besides them
Word family
adverb besides
Usage note
Often used to introduce an additional point or reason. Can also mean 'in addition to' or 'apart from'.
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Example sentences
- Besides playing soccer, I also enjoy swimming.
- We need to buy milk, bread, and besides that, some fruits.
- Besides his great cooking skills, he is also very good at playing the guitar.
- Besides studying, I also like to read books for fun.
- The park has a playground, a basketball court, and besides that, a picnic area.
Quotes
Besides the noble art of getting things done, there is the noble art of leaving things undone. The wisdom of life consists in the elimination of non-essentials. - Lin Yutang
Besides the noble art of getting things done, there is a nobler art of leaving things undone. - Oscar Wilde
Besides, I'm a gypsy at heart and I like to travel around. - Reba McEntire