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We chose an alternative route around traffic.
What does Alternative mean?
Another possible choice.
Dictionary definition
One choice or possibility that can be used instead of another.
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Soy milk is an alternative to dairy milk.
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An alternative gives someone another choice.
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awl · tur · nuh · tiv · strongest beat: tur
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WordAlternative.
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MeaningAlternative means Another possible choice.
ExampleExample: We chose an alternative route around traffic.
Word breakdown
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- Syllables
- awl · tur · nuh · tiv
- Strongest beat
- tur
- Ending
- tiv
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on tur.
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Synonyms
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optionUse for one possible choice.
substituteUse for something used in place of another.
Antonyms
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only choiceUse when no other option exists.
requirementUse for something that must be done or used.
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