Instead
/ˌɪˈnstɛd/
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Definition
(adv) In the place of something (usually mentioned earlier); as a substitute or alternative.
Sentence Examples
I may give up soon and just nap instead.
I will play Sudoku then instead of continuing to bother you.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Since it was raining, we decided to watch a movie at home ____ of going to the park as planned.