Or otherwise

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adverb

In any other way, of any other kind or situation.

We must determine whether he is guilty or otherwise.
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Often appears as...

  • guilty or otherwise
  • responsible or otherwise
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Broad Alternatives

Use 'or otherwise' to suggest a wide range of unspecified alternatives when the options are not limited to the mentioned ones.

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Helpful or otherwise, each feedback is reviewed.
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Implying Opposites

'Or otherwise' is often used to imply the opposite scenario of the one described, without specifying it.

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Whether they win or otherwise, their efforts are commendable.
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Categorical Inclusion

It includes all possible scenarios, even those not categorically listed or imagined by the speaker.

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All items, damaged or otherwise, must be cataloged.
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