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ALTERNATIVE

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Alternative.

How to pronounce alternative:

US

Alternative - as a noun

One of a number of things from which only one can be chosen

Example: "What option did i have?"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
choiceoption
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decidingdecision making
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Alternative - as an adjective satellite

Serving or used in place of another

Example: "An alternative plan"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
alternatesubstitute

Necessitating a choice between mutually exclusive possibilities

Example: "Alternative possibilities were neutrality or war"

Pertaining to unconventional choices

Example: "An alternative life style"

Alternative - as an adjective

Relating to a choice between two or more possibilities.

Example: "An alternative proposition"

Other; different from something else.

Not traditional, outside the mainstream, underground.

Alternate, reciprocal.

Example Sentences

"Some people choose alternative medicine over conventional treatments."
"We need to consider alternatives before making a decision."
"She always looks for alternative solutions to problems."
"His music is a refreshing alternative to the mainstream."
"We explored alternative options for funding the project."
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Word Game Points

Is ALTERNATIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, alternative is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ALTERNATIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is ALTERNATIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, alternative is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ALTERNATIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is ALTERNATIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, alternative is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ALTERNATIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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