instead — in place of someone or something; as an alternative or substitute
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in place of someone or something; as an alternative or substitute
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈsted/
Korean meaning: 대신에, ~하지 않고
Korean pronunciation: 인**스테**드
Example Sentences
- I decided to walk instead of taking the bus to save money.
- Instead of doing homework, Tom played video games all night.
- She wore sneakers instead of high heels to the wedding and could actually dance!
instead
ADVERB//ɪnˈsted//
in place of someone or something; as an alternative or substitute
in place of someone or something; as an alternative or substitute
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Origin
From Middle English 'in stede,' where 'stede' derives from Old English 'stede' meaning 'place' or 'stead.' The phrase literally meant 'in the place of' and evolved into the modern single word 'instead.'
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“I decided to walk instead of taking the bus to save money.”
“Instead of doing homework, Tom played video games all night.”
“She wore sneakers instead of high heels to the wedding and could actually dance!”
“Instead of arguing, they decided to solve the problem with rock-paper-scissors.”
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