Otherwise Definition & Meaning
otherwise
- adverb
- in other respects or ways; "he is otherwise normal"; "the funds are not otherwise available"; "an otherwise hopeless situation"
- in another and different manner; "very soon you will know differently"; "she thought otherwise"; "there is no way out other than the fire escape"
- adjective
- other than as supposed or expected; "the outcome was otherwise"
"Otherwise" in song lyrics
See how otherwise is used in real songs:
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"Yo, I shoot to fill heads dreads or otherwise"
Akrobatik — SayYesSayWord -
"We need enough spins to blow up, otherwise"
Alltruisms — Clusterbombs Laos -
"wouldn't have known otherwise"
Bavu Blakes — See You
Words that rhyme with otherwise
Usage tips for "otherwise"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "otherwise" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for otherwise to find words that pair well.