alternative

/ɔːltˈɜːnətˌɪv/

/ɔɫˈtɝnətɪv/

Alternative

any of the available possibilities that one can choose from

synonyms : choice

alternative

available as an option for something else

synonyms : alternate

necessitating a choice between two mutually exclusive things or possibilities

pertaining to unconventional choices

Examples

1. For a healthier alternative, she replaced all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour in her muffin recipe.

2. He used rutabaga slices as a healthy alternative to tortillas.

3. The metro is an eco-friendly alternative to driving a car in the city.

4. Indoor climbing is a fun alternative when the weather is bad.