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in other words

ADVERB
namely
Synonyms
STRONGEST
especially i.e. particularly specially specifically
STRONG
videlicet viz.
WEAK
by way of explanation expressly id est in plain English scilicet strictly speaking that is to wit
Antonyms
STRONGEST
broadly commonly generally usually
ADVERB
scilicet
Synonyms
WEAK
by way of explanation especially expressly i.e. id est in plain English particularly specially specifically strictly speaking that is to wit videlicet viz.
ADVERB
videlicet
Synonyms
STRONGEST
namely that is
STRONG
viz.
WEAK
by way of explanation especially expressly i.e. id est in plain English particularly scilicet specially specifically strictly speaking to wit
CONJUNCTION
or
Synonyms
WEAK
as a choice as a substitute as an alternative conversely either in preference to in turn on the other hand or but or else or only preferentially
Antonyms
WEAK
neither nor without choice

Example Sentences

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Our enduring affection for Ross may be hardwired into our collective psyche, in other words.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

All parties agree that they want to avoid such a fate, or in other words, they want to prevent an unjust transition.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

It’s almost perfect, in other words, for repelling crowds.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

The tax benefit, in other words, doesn’t explain the outperformance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

“Was the one who fell,” Brinker said slowly, “was Phineas, in other words the one who moved first or second?”

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles