alternatively

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Adverbial alternatively has 1 sense

alternatively, as an alternative, instead, or else - in place of, or as an alternative to; "Felix became a herpetologist instead"; "alternatively we could buy a used car"
Derived from adjective alternative₂

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alternatively

Part of Speech: adverb

Senses:

1. in a way that offers a choice or an alternative

Usages:

- Alternatively, you can take the scenic route to enjoy the breathtaking views. - If you don't like orange juice, you can alternatively have apple juice.

Part of Speech: conjunction

Senses:

1. expressing a choice between two possibilities

Usages:

- You can either complete the task now or, alternatively, work on it tomorrow. - You can go by bus, or alternatively, you can walk if the weather is nice.

Part of Speech: adjective

Senses:

1. relating to two or more alternatives

Usages:

- The company offers alternatively sourced materials for their products. - She presented the options in an alternatively colored brochure.

Part of Speech: noun

Senses:

1. a choice or possibility

Usages:

- The alternatively of quitting or continuing with the project was a tough decision. - He considered the alternatively of studying abroad or interning at a local company.

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