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        besides

        be·sides

        besides

         
        pronunciation:
        b saIdz
        parts of speech:
        adverb, preposition
        part of speech: adverb
        definition: also; in addition.
        I want you to come with me; besides, you'll have a great time!
        similar words:
        moreover
         
        part of speech: preposition
        definition 1: in addition to.
        Besides the tigers, there are three big cats at the zoo.
        definition 2: except for; other than.
        Besides the first question, the whole test was pretty easy.
        similar words:
        except