Alternative
/ɔːlˈtɜrnətɪv/
An alternative is a different choice or option you can pick instead of the usual one. For example, if you usually play soccer after school, trying basketball is an alternative activity.
Examples
- During the science fair, I chose an alternative project that focused on renewable energy, allowing me to explore how solar panels can help reduce our reliance on fossil fuels.
- When my friend suggested we watch a movie instead of playing video games, I realized that trying an alternative activity could be just as fun and lead to new experiences.
- In our history class, we learned about different alternative forms of government, which sparked a lively discussion about the pros and cons of democracy compared to other systems around the world.
Synonyms
option
choice
substitute
replacement
variant
different
Antonyms
same
usual
standard
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