instead (Meaning)

Wordnet

instead (r)

in place of, or as an alternative to

on the contrary

Webster

instead (adv.)

In the place or room; -- usually followed by of.

Equivalent; equal to; -- usually with of.

Synonyms & Antonyms of instead

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instead Sentence Examples

  1. The examination will test students' exact knowledge of the subject matter.
  2. The recipe called for an exact measurement of flour.
  3. The artist meticulously created an exact replica of the original painting.
  4. The detective demanded exact details about the suspect's whereabouts.
  5. The exact price of the car was not disclosed before the auction.
  6. The lawyer presented exact evidence to support his client's case.
  7. The scientist calculated the exact density of the gas.
  8. The company strived to provide its customers with exact specifications.
  9. The project manager outlined the exact timeline for the project's completion.
  10. The exact location of the hidden treasure remained a mystery to this day.

FAQs About the word instead

in place of, or as an alternative to, on the contraryIn the place or room; -- usually followed by of., Equivalent; equal to; -- usually with of.

rather, alternatively, in lieu,first, alternately,

No antonyms found.

The examination will test students' exact knowledge of the subject matter.

The recipe called for an exact measurement of flour.

The artist meticulously created an exact replica of the original painting.

The detective demanded exact details about the suspect's whereabouts.