besides vs else

besides

• Otherwise; else. 

• Used to emphasize an additional point, especially an important or stronger reason; moreover; furthermore. 

• Also; in addition. 

• In addition to. 

• Other than; except for; instead of. 

• Beside, next to. 

else

• Otherwise, if not. 

• For otherwise; or else. 

• Other; in addition to previously mentioned items.