Added 9 October 2026
besides
/bɪˈsaɪdz/ preposition
In Latin: item Wiktionary
preposition Definition from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA). Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about besides at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
adverb
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Also; in addition.
We've paid for your whole education and plenty more besides!
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Used to emphasize an additional point, especially an important or stronger reason; moreover; furthermore.
I don't feel like going out tonight. Besides, I have to work tomorrow morning anyway.
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Otherwise; else.
I have been to Spain but nowhere besides.
Origin
From Middle English bisides (also bisiden), extension of biside, equivalent to beside + -s (adverbial suffix).
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