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Or

Verb / ɔ:r / / ɜ: / Another word for or — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Or is a conjunction used to connect alternatives.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

alternatively otherwise else

Informal

or else or maybe

Literary

ere anon

Antonyms

and but nor yet however simultaneously

Common collocations

  • either or
  • or rather
  • or so
  • or else
  • or not
  • or something
  • or anything

Usage note

The word 'or' is a coordinating conjunction used to introduce an alternative. It is generally neutral in register and rarely causes confusion, though 'either...or' is a common construction.

Example sentences

  1. You can choose to wear a blue shirt or a green shirt.
  2. Do you want to go to the park or the beach?
  3. We can have cake or ice cream for dessert.
  4. You can either study for the test or watch TV.
  5. I can speak Spanish or French fluently.

Quotes

  • You're either part of the solution or part of the problem.
  • You can't have it both ways. Either you believe in my vision and work with me, or you don't.
  • The road to success is not easy to navigate, but with hard work, drive, and passion, it's possible to achieve the American dream. Tommy Hilfiger

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