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- pronunciation:
- awl
tuhr
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tihv
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, adjective), Word Parts
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noun |
| definition 1: |
one of two or more choices.
As usual, he chose the easier alternative.
- synonyms:
- option
- similar words:
- choice, pick, preference, selection
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| definition 2: |
the choice of one or more options.
You have the alternative of bringing your lunch or buying it at school.- synonyms:
- choice, option
- similar words:
- pick, preference, selection
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| related words: |
change |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
offering or allowing a choice.
The salesman offered the couple alternative ways of paying for the car.- synonyms:
- optional
- similar words:
- alternate
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other |
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| derivation: |
alternatively (adv.) |
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