other

adjective

ˈə-t͟hər How to pronounce other (audio)
Definition of othernext
1
as in different
being not of the same kind no, I need the other pen, the blue one

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2
as in more
resulting in an increase in amount or number we'll be taking one other person on the trip

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3
as in former
having been such at some previous time I was something of a celebrity in other days

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Recent Examples of other Kansas’ three Democratic governor hopefuls dug in on the issues and took shots at each other’s integrity and effectiveness in an hourlong Tuesday-evening television debate hosted by Topeka’s WIBW. — Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 22 July 2026 The state ethics commission accused the Georgia Republican Assembly and its political action committee of failing to disclose more than $180,000 of contributions and other violations. — David Wickert, AJC.com, 22 July 2026 Politicians and other proponents of the lab-leak theory have issued fresh calls to punish Fauci, 85, and scientists his institute funded. — CNN Money, 22 July 2026 The most common criticism was that England lacked technical quality, intelligence and a settled way of playing as other nations became more sophisticated. — James Pearce, New York Times, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for other
Recent Examples of Synonyms for other
  1. different
  2. more
  3. former
  4. diverse
  5. additional
  6. old
  7. distinctive
  8. further
Adjective
  • But Scheft and his team are mastering the subtle differences and plan to offer many of the same loaves available in Boston, though the bakeries will have a few different offerings.
    — Connie Ogle July 17, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026
  • One venomous species may produce hundreds of distinct molecules, each assigned to different biological dirty work.
    — Steve Midway, STAT, 16 July 2026
Definition of different
Adjective
  • Owner Dan Weinberger told the Star-Telegram while a lot of progress has been made to accommodate more people, there are still a few finishing touches that need to be completed.
    — Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026
  • What’s more, there were earlier fires at two other locations owned by BioLab’s parent company.
    — Cassidy Alexander, AJC.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of more
Adjective
  • Henderson, who was identified by witnesses as a former employee of the restaurant, is accused of serving as Child’s getaway driver, using a maroon pickup that was recently reported stolen in Canyon County, police said.
    — Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 17 July 2026
  • Another Republican gubernatorial candidate, former House Speaker Paul Renner, vowed to call a special session to halt approval of hyperscale data centers.
    — Alexandra Phelps, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026
Definition of former
Adjective
  • Nolan's non-linear storytelling and minimal exposition challenge some, yet the visual grandeur and powerful performances, including Anne Hathaway's Penelope and a diverse ensemble, are undeniable.
    — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
  • Following a $2 million renovation completed in 2015, the theater now hosts a diverse lineup of concerts, theatrical productions, comedy shows, and community events.
    — Korrin Bishop, Southern Living, 18 July 2026
Definition of diverse
Adjective
  • Another round of storms could bring an additional 2 to 4 inches of rain, with isolated spots getting up to 8, though forecast models suggest the heaviest rain may fall northwest of the areas hit hardest so far.
    — Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 17 July 2026
  • Unfortunately, Hashesh’s team could not conduct additional analysis since the princess’ skulls were missing.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 17 July 2026
Definition of additional
Adjective
  • Unlike my original e-bike, the Huffy includes metal fenders, a metal chain guard, and a battery that can charge in or out of the bike - all for a third of the price of my old bike.
    — William Roberson, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • Tyler James Feehan shared memories of the 25-year-old who was killed on July 17 as a result of Iranian strikes on Jordan.
    — Arpita Dasika, CNN Money, 22 July 2026
Definition of old
Adjective
  • In simple terms, each quantum gate leaves behind its own distinctive statistical fingerprint.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 18 July 2026
  • Once a working water tower, the Malibu Water Tower House has become one of the beach city’s most distinctive homes.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 18 July 2026
Definition of distinctive
Adjective
  • ChatGPT is already installed on about 30% of EU smartphones, and the EU’s rules could give OpenAI a further edge, Bjorhovde wrote.
    — Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 19 July 2026
  • That does not mean Newcastle will not sell further first-teamers this summer, though.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 18 July 2026
Definition of further

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