noun

The noun "alternative" refers to one of two or more available possibilities or choices. It denotes an option or a substitute that can be selected instead of another option.

adjective

The adjective form of 'alternative' means "different from the usual or conventional; providing or using a different or special option or choice".

Example

noun

1. I chose the alternative route to get to my destination.
2. There is an alternative solution to this problem.
3. He offered me an alternative to what I had originally planned.

adjective

1. I chose the alternative route to get to work today.
2. There are many alternative solutions to this problem.
3. We need to consider all of the alternative options before making a decision.