otherwise
/ˈʌðərˌwaɪz/
adverb
- In a different way; differently.
- I thought the movie was boring, but she felt otherwise.
- He could not have acted otherwise in that situation.
- The report says the economy is strong, but the data suggests otherwise.
- In other respects; apart from that.
- She made a few mistakes, but otherwise did a great job.
- The car is old but otherwise in good condition.
- The hotel room was small but otherwise comfortable.
- If not; or else (used to introduce a consequence).
- Wear a helmet; otherwise you could get hurt.
- Please pay the bill on time; otherwise there will be a late fee.
- You should leave now; otherwise you will miss the bus.
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conjunction
- Used to connect a condition with a result; or else.
- Save your work often; otherwise you might lose it.
- We must hurry, otherwise we will be late.
- Finish your homework; otherwise you cannot go out.
adjective
- Different from what is usual or expected.
- The plan was otherwise than what we discussed.
- In otherwise circumstances, I would have agreed.
- The evidence suggests otherwise possibilities.