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Definition instead in British English

instead adverb

adverb
/ɪnˈsted/
1

used for saying that one person, thing, or action replaces another

Example

If you don't have olive oil, you can use sunflower oil instead.

Example

The committee has rejected our proposal. Instead, they have brought forward an alternative plan.

Example

Tickets will cost only £5, instead of the usual £6.50.

Example

Alison will be playing instead of me on Saturday.

Example

Can't we deal with this now instead of waiting until tomorrow?

Synonyms and related words
instead in lieu (of) on someone’s behalf
Definition instead in British English