alternative

Meaning

(Of one or more things) available as another possibility or choice.

Available as another possibility or choice; different from the usual or conventional.

a choice between two or more possibilities; something that can be chosen instead of something else

Example Sentences

Finding an alternative to plastic is essential.

Solar power is a great alternative to fossil fuels.

We need to find an alternative solution to this problem.

Example Expressions

alternative medicine

Synonyms

substitute, replacement, option, choice, different, unconventional, backup

Entry 1

substitute, replacement

Entry 2

substitute, replacement, option, choice, different, unconventional

Entry 3

option, choice, substitute, replacement, backup

Antonyms

standard, primary, conventional, traditional, usual, normal, typical, necessity, requirement, compulsion

Entry 1

standard, primary

Entry 2

conventional, traditional, standard, usual, normal, typical

Entry 3

necessity, requirement, compulsion

Collocations

alternative solution, alternative energy, alternative option, alternative plan