otherwise

English

/ˈʌð.əˌwaɪz/

adv
Definitions
  • (manner) Differently, in another way.
  • (conjunctive)  In different circumstances; or else.
  • (conjunctive) In all other respects.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English otherwise inherited from Old English on ōþre wīsan (in other different manner) suffix from English other.

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