Otherwise

9 lettersadverbcommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

In circumstances different from those specified, or in other respects. It indicates an alternative condition, consequence, or contrasting situation.

“Finish your homework now; otherwise, you cannot watch television.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈʌð.əˌwaɪz/

Syllables

oth·er·wise

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Synonyms

alternatively differently elsecontrarily

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Wordle

Nine letters with -WISE ending; contains OTHER root

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Scrabble

Worth 15 points; the W and H provide strong scoring potential

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theories either heroes others shower stereo throws towers writes eoith erose ester estre ether ethos ewers ewest heirs heist heres heros herse hewer hires

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