English Synonym Finder

alternative

Definitions

One of two or more available possibilities.

Available as another choice or possibility.

Relating to or being a departure from traditional or conventional norms.

Examples

We need to find an alternative solution to this problem before the deadline.

There is no viable alternative to taking the train during rush hour.

She decided to explore an alternative career path after years in finance.

Synonyms

substitute option choice replacement backup variant proxy

Antonyms

main primary essential standard obligatory necessary original