Pronunciation: /ʌðərˌwaɪz/
adverb in a different way or in all other respects; apart from that
A1 I wanted to go out, but otherwise I will stay home.
A2 She doesn't like spicy food, otherwise she enjoys trying new dishes.
B1 I need to finish this report by tomorrow, otherwise my boss will be upset.
B2 He is usually very punctual, otherwise he will be late for the meeting.
C1 The project is going smoothly, otherwise we would need to reassess our approach.
C2 She is an excellent communicator, otherwise she wouldn't have been chosen for the leadership role.
conjunction used to introduce a statement that indicates what the result would be if something were not the case
A1 I need to study hard, otherwise I won't pass the exam.
A2 She forgot to bring her umbrella, otherwise she would not have gotten wet in the rain.
B1 I wanted to go to the party, otherwise I would have stayed home.
B2 He didn't have enough money, otherwise he would have bought the new phone.
C1 The project must be completed by Friday, otherwise we will face severe consequences.
C2 The team needs to work together, otherwise the project will not be successful.
formal It is important to follow the guidelines; otherwise, there may be consequences.
informal Make sure to wear a helmet while biking, otherwise you could get hurt.
slang Don't forget to study for the test, otherwise you'll fail.
figurative She always speaks her mind, otherwise she wouldn't be true to herself.
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