Instead Synonyms

26 instead synonyms include as an alternative, as a substitute, as a replacement, in lieu, alternatively, rather, by contrast, and from choice. Instead is an adverb, and its antonyms are as well and as well as. Here are some additional synonyms for "instead" with example sentences.

Another word for Instead

26 other ways to say instead.

1. alternatively

rather
on second thoughts
in lieu
ideally
from choice
for preference
by contrast
by choice
as a substitute
as a replacement
as an alternative
alternatively
alternately
all things being equal

2. as a substitute for

rather than
in preference to
in place of
in lieu of
in contrast with
before
as opposed to
as contrasted with
as a substitute for
as a replacement for
as an alternative to
as against

Use instead in a Sentence

Choose tea instead of coffee.

He read a book instead of studying.

Let’s play soccer instead of basketball.

She missed the bus, so walked instead.

They’ll substitute another ingredient instead.

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Instead Synonyms

Another word for Instead

1. alternatively

2. as a substitute for

Use instead in a Sentence

Instead Rhymes