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Mục lục 1 Adverb 1.1 as a substitute or replacement; in the place or stead of someone or something 1.2 in preference; as a preferred or accepted alternative 2 Idiom 2.1 instead of 3 Synonyms 3.1 adverb

Adverb

as a substitute or replacement; in the place or stead of someone or something

We ordered tea but were served coffee instead.

in preference; as a preferred or accepted alternative

The city has its pleasures, but she wished instead for the quiet of country life.

Idiom

instead of

in place of; in lieu of

You can use milk instead of cream in this recipe.

Synonyms

adverb

alternately , alternative , as a substitute , in lieu , in place of , in preference , on behalf of , on second thought , preferably , rather , rather than , alternatively , equivalent , substitute