besides
[adverb]
Synonyms:
- too, also, as well, further, furthermore, in addition, into the bargain, moreover, otherwise, what's more
[preposition]
Synonyms:
- apart from, barring, excepting, excluding, in addition to, other than, over and above, without

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Related Idioms: at that, along with, together with

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be‧sides /bɪˈsaɪdz/ adverb, preposition informal

1. spoken used when adding another reason:
I need the money. And besides, when I agree to do something, I do it.

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In written English, people do not usually use besides as a sentence adverb. They start a sentence with the more formal moreover instead:
Moreover, smoking is linked with heart disease and strokes.

2. in addition to someone or something else that you are mentioning:
The area has stunning scenery, beautiful beaches, and much more besides.
People choose jobs for other reasons besides money.
Besides myself, the only English people there were Keith and Doreen.
besides doing something
Besides being heartbroken, she felt foolish.

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besides
preposition
BAD: I'd like to have two children. Besides, I hope that the first one will be a girl.
GOOD: I'd like to have two children and I hope that the first one will be a girl.

Usage Note:
Use besides only when you give an additional reason for something: 'If you're too busy, I'll go and post the letter myself. Besides, I think the walk will do me good.'

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