Basic Details
Word: Instead
Part of Speech: Adverb
Meaning: In place of something or as an alternative.
Synonyms: Rather, alternatively, in lieu
Antonyms: Likewise, similarly
Idioms and Phrases
- Instead of: To indicate one option is chosen over another. Example: "She decided to go for a walk instead of watching TV."
- Instead of being: To describe a situation that changes from one way to another. Example: "He was cheerful instead of being grumpy today."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Instead of eating candy, she chose to have fruit for a snack.
Example 2: I will read a book instead of playing video games this evening.
Example 3: Instead of taking the bus, we decided to walk to the park.
Fun Fact
The word "instead" comes from the Old English "instandan," which means "to stand in place," showing how it implies substituting one thing for another.
Famous Quote
"Do not wait; the time will never be 'just right.' Start where you stand, and work with whatever tools you may have at your command, and better tools will be found as you go along." Napoleon Hill
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "instead" mean?
a) To add something
b) To indicate an alternative
c) To remove something
d) To follow something
Answer: b) To indicate an alternative
2. Which of these is a synonym of "instead"?
a) Likewise
b) Rather
c) Also
d) Similarly
Answer: b) Rather
3. Which of these is an antonym for "instead"?
a) Instead of
b) In lieu
c) Likewise
d) Alternatively
Answer: c) Likewise
4. Which sentence uses "instead" correctly?
a) We are going to the shop instead of tomorrow.
b) She will have water instead of soda.
c) They will play soccer instead at the park.
d) I want ice cream instead of chocolate cake forever.
Answer: b) She will have water instead of soda.
5. Which phrase means the same as using "instead"?
a) Instead of being
b) As a result
c) In addition to
d) None of the above
Answer: a) Instead of being
