instead

In the place of something previously mentioned; as a substitute or an equivalent.

In preference; as an alternative.

In the stead; in place or room; hence, in equivalence or substitution: followed by of.

In its stead; in place of it, or of the thing or act mentioned.

In the place or room; — usually followed by of.

Equivalent; equal to; — usually with of.

In the place of something (usually mentioned earlier); as a substitute or alternative

in place of, or as an alternative to

on the contrary