besides

/bɪˈsaɪdz/
adverb
  1. Used to introduce an additional point or reason; moreover.
    • I don't want to go to the party; besides, I have too much homework.
    • He is kind and funny, and besides, he is a great cook.
    • The hotel was expensive; besides, it was far from the beach.
preposition
  1. In addition to; apart from.
    • Besides being a teacher, he is also a musician.
    • Besides math, she also studies science and history.
    • Besides the main course, we ordered dessert.
  2. Except for; other than.
    • No one besides Sarah knew the answer.
    • Besides a small scratch, the car was undamaged.
    • I have no other family besides my aunt.
Synonyms
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