- besides⇄adv. 1. more than that; also; moreover.
Ex. He didn't want to fight; besides, he had come to see the game.
(SYN) too, furthermore, further.
2. in addition.
Ex. We tried two other ways besides.
(SYN) likewise.
3. ot - besides⇄besides, adverb, preposition.
- besides⇄prep. 1. in addition to; over and above; beside.
Ex. Others came to the school picnic besides our own class.
(SYN) beyond.
2. other than; except.
Ex. Her mother spoke of no one besides her daughter.
(SYN) save.