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OTHERWISE

(adverb, adj.sat, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Otherwise.

How to pronounce otherwise:

US

Otherwise - as an adverb

In other respects or ways

Example: "He is otherwise normal"

In another and different manner

Example: "Very soon you will know differently"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
differently

Otherwise - as an adjective satellite

Other than as supposed or expected

Example: "The outcome was otherwise"

Otherwise - as an adjective

Other than supposed; different.

Example: "He said he didn’t do it, but the evidence was otherwise."

Example Sentences

"I need to finish this report; otherwise, I will miss the deadline."
"She is busy with work; otherwise, she would join us for dinner."
"I must wear a mask; otherwise, I won't be allowed in the store."
"He wasn't injured in the accident; otherwise, he would have gone to the hospital."
"You need to study hard; otherwise, you won't pass the exam."
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Word Game Points

Is OTHERWISE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, otherwise is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OTHERWISE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is OTHERWISE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, otherwise is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OTHERWISE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is OTHERWISE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, otherwise is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OTHERWISE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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