instead

[ɪnˈsted]

Definition:
1. In place of, or as an alternative to.
2. On the contrary.

Use 'instead' in a sentence:

• 1. Water companies should concentrate on reducing waste instead of building new reservoirs.
• 2. She said nothing, preferring instead to save her comments till later.
• 3. Some people refer all the troubles to bad luck instead of lack of ability.
• 4. He crossed out "fellow subjects," and instead inserted "fellow citizens."
• 5. They use a piston engine instead.
• 6. They wore ordinary ties instead of the more formal high collar and cravat.
• 7. Instead of rushing at life, I wanted something more meaningful.
• 8. Instead of ending up in jail or in the gutter he was remarkably successful.
• 9. Use a low-fat spread instead of butter.
• 10. Why the new emphasis on sticks instead of diplomatic carrots?
• 11. Instead of electricity, there were kerosene lanterns.
• 12. Small pickling onions can be used instead of sliced ones.
• 13. The islanders use a system of barter instead of money.
• 14. Instead of tragedy, we got melodrama.
• 15. He said they should turn their fire on the Conservative Party instead.
• 16. However, I found a valuable ancient coin instead.
• 17. We are learning how to confront death instead of avoiding its reality.
• 18. Instead, she set her jaw grimly and waited in silence.
• 19. I was most chagrined when I heard that he had got the job instead of me.
• 20. We just had soup instead of a full meal.
• 21. He put a plus instead of a minus.
• 22. I would accompany the pictures with a running commentary, instead of music.
• 23. Lee was ill so I went instead.
• 24. Jim should get a job instead of lolling around the house all day.
• 25. Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking instead of accepting opinions without questioning them.
• 26. Doctors sometimes prescribe cheaper generic drugs instead of more expensive brand names.
• 27. He reached for the wine but did not drink, pushed it, instead, across the table towards Joanna.
• 28. Why couldn't he say something original instead of spouting the same old platitudes?
• 29. He should have shot instead of passing.
• 30. He builds furniture using wooden pegs instead of nails.
• 31. Ed couldn't make it so they sent me instead.
• 32. They raised prices and cut production, instead of cutting costs.
• 33. We went to the Biology class instead of attending the English lesson.
• 34. She put diesel fuel, instead of petrol, into the tank causing the motor to seize up.
• 35. He didn't reply. Instead, he turned on his heel and left the room.
• 36. Much of the discount is pocketed by retailers instead of being passed on to customers.
• 37. He spent more time perfecting his dance moves instead of gym work.
• 38. Check-out workers in London will receive £7.17 an hour instead of £6.54.
• 39. Critics of the project speculate about how many hospitals could be built instead.
• 40. You probably picked up my keys instead of yours.
• 41. She wasn't sent to the juvenile court; instead she was cautioned.
• 42. He philosophises instead of actually doing something.
• 43. They opt for more holiday instead of more pay.
• 44. Instead of tea or coffee, drink water to quench your thirst.
• 45. It felt like I'd had two babies instead of one.
• 46. I'll tell you what ─ let's stay in instead.
• 47. I'll tell you what—let's stay in instead.
• 48. Instead of opening the gate, we climbed over it.
• 49. We were still playing at war – dropping leaflets instead of bombs.
• 50. She had to spend nearly four months away from him that summer, instead of the usual two.
• 51. Instead of her normal southward course towards Alexandria and home, she headed west.
• 52. Instead of being annoyed, he seemed quite pleased.
• 53. The enemy may have recourse to steel instead of poison.
• 54. Could I have tuna instead of ham?
• 55. Geoff didn't study law. Instead, he decided to become an actor.
• 56. Instead of moping around the house all day, you should be out there looking for a job.
• 57. Now I can walk to work instead of going by car.
• 58. If Jo can't attend the meeting, I could go instead.
• 59. But the survey also revealed firms were running down stocks instead of making new products.
• 60. I want grits with my eggs instead of hash browns.
• 61. The kitchen might have been workable had Nicola kept it tidy; instead it was littered with pots and pans.
• 62. She wears coordinated separates instead of a suit.
• 63. He wanted to decide for himself instead of blindly following his parents' advice.
• 64. We were still playing at war — dropping leaflets instead of bombs.
• 65. He crossed out "Screenplay" and put "Written by" instead.
• 66. Well, the least you can do, if you won't help me yourself, is to tell me where to go instead.
• 67. So instead I suggested taking her out to dinner for a change.
• 68. Instead, the session has sowed confusion.
• 69. Instead of taking offence, the woman smiled.
• 70. Instead, he appears determined to cling to power.
• 71. Many teachers are opting for group discussions instead of handouts.
• 72. The authorities used quiet persuasion instead of the big stick.