otherwise
o
ˈʌ
a
ther
ðər
dhēr
wise
ˌwaɪz
vaiz
British pronunciation
/ˈʌðəwˌa‍ɪz/

Definition & Meaning of "otherwise"in English

otherwise
01

used to refer to the outcome of a situation if the circumstances were different

example
Examples
You should pack your umbrella, otherwise you might get wet in the rain.
02

in a manner different from the one that has been mentioned

example
Examples
The forecast predicts sunny weather, but the dark clouds outside suggest otherwise.
otherwise
01

different from what is expected or assumed

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