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adverb
Used
to
indicate
a
substitute
or
alternative
.
She
didn't
go
to
the
party
;
instead
,
she
stayed
home
and
read
a
book
.
He
chose
tea
instead
of
coffee
this
morning
.
Instead
of
walking
,
they
decided
to
take
a
taxi
.
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Word Origin
Language
Middle English
Word parts
in (in) + stead (place)
Originally meant
in place of
Background
The word 'instead' originated from the Middle English phrase 'in stead', meaning 'in place of'. It has been used in English since the 14th century to indicate substitution or replacement.