CEFR A2

alternative

adjective, noun

Meaning

Another possible choice or option.

Examples

We need to find an alternative solution.
Is there an alternative route to the city center?

Synonyms: other, different, choice, substitute, recourse

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alternative (A2)

adjective, noun

Pronunciation: /ɔːlˈtɜːnətɪv/

Definition

Another possible choice or option.

Examples

We need to find an alternative solution.
Is there an alternative route to the city center?
She is looking for an alternative career path.

How to Use alternative

alternative to (prepositional phrase): Something that is different from another option. — "This new software is a good alternative to the old one."

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