01 adv. In a different manner; in another way, or in other ways; differently; contrarily.
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In a different manner; in another way, or in other ways; differently; contrarily.“Thy father was a worthy prince, And merited, alas! a better fate; But Heaven thought otherwise.” — Addison.
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In other respects.“It is said, truly, that the best men otherwise are not always the best in regard of society.” — Hooker.
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In different circumstances; under other conditions; as, I am engaged, otherwise I would accept.“Let no man think me a fool; if otherwise, yet as a fool receive me.” — 2 Cor. xi. 16.“Her eyebrows . . . rather full than otherwise.” — Fielding.