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alternative

🇬🇧 UK/ɔl'tənətɪv/🇺🇸 US/ɒ:l'tә:nәtiv/
NGSL 2kIELTSTOEFLB1

Definitions

n.

One of two or more available choices or options.

替代选择,备选方案

adj.

Available as another choice; not traditional or mainstream.

可供选择的,替代的;非传统的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
alterother, another
+
nconnector
+
ativetending to, having the nature of
=alternative

Common Collocations

  • 1.alternative option替代选择
  • 2.alternative energy替代能源
  • 3.no alternative别无选择

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    We should explore alternative energy sources.

  • 2.

    If you don't like coffee, tea is a good alternative.

  • 3.

    The company is exploring alternative energy sources to reduce carbon emissions.

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