Other

Definition

Other can function as an adjective, pronoun, adverb, or noun. As an adjective, it describes something that is different or distinct from one already mentioned. As a pronoun, it refers to a person or thing that is different from one previously mentioned or known. As an adverb, it emphasizes alteration or difference, and as a noun, it denotes an alternative option or something different from oneself.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective
• Pronoun
• Adverb
• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈʌð.ɚ/
• Respelling: UHTH-er

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈʌð.ə/
• Respelling: UHTH-uh

Etymology

The word "other" originates from Old English "ōther," meaning "second" or "different," derived from Proto-Germanic "*antharaz" and Proto-Indo-European "*an-tero-," meaning "the one (of two)." It has cognates in German "ander" and Dutch "ander."

Derivatives

• Otherwise (adverb)
• Otherness (noun)
• Another (pronoun, adjective)
• Otherworldly (adjective)
• Othering (noun, verb)

Synonyms

• Different
• Alternate
• Additional

Antonyms

• Same
• Identical
• None

Usage

The term "other" is commonly used to describe distinctions, alternatives, or additional items. For example, "The other side of the coin" or "She chose the other dress."

Related Terms

• Another: Refers to an additional or different one.
• Otherwise: Indicates a different condition or situation.
• Opposite: Something completely different in nature.

Detailed Definitions

Adjective

• Referring to something different or distinct: Describes something not previously mentioned or known.
  • Example: "She looked at the other options before deciding."

Pronoun

• Refers to a different person or thing: Used to denote an alternative or additional entity.
  • Example: "One is red, and the other is blue."

Adverb

• Indicates alteration or difference: Emphasizes a change in state or condition.
  • Example: "She couldn’t behave any other way."

Noun

• Something or someone that is different: Refers to an alternative or distinction.
  • Example: "The self and the other are central themes in philosophy."