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-derivedCommon 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.