noun

alternative

/ɒl.ˈtɜː(ɹ).nə.tɪv/ alt·ern·ati·ve 4 syllables

A situation which allows a mutually exclusive choice between two or more possibilities; a choice between two or more …

Word facts

Part of speech noun
Syllables 4
Letters 11
Starts with A

Definition of Alternative

A situation which allows a mutually exclusive choice between two or more possibilities; a choice between two or more possibilities.

A situation which allows a mutually exclusive choice between two or more possibilities; a choice between two or more possibilities.

How to use Alternative

Alternative is a noun. When using it in writing, make sure the meaning fits the context of your sentence. Reading the word aloud after placing it in a sentence is a reliable check for natural usage.

Synonyms for Alternative

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Antonyms for Alternative

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How many syllables does alternative have?

Alternative has 4 syllables: alt·ern·ati·ve. The word is broken into 4 spoken beats.

What part of speech is alternative?

Alternative is used as a noun. As a noun, it names a thing, idea, or concept.

What are synonyms for alternative?

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How do you use alternative in a sentence?

Alternative can be used in sentences where a noun describing a situation which allows a mutually exclusive choice between two or more possibi is needed. Writing the word in context and reading it aloud is the best way to confirm natural usage.

What words start with the same letter as alternative?

Alternative starts with the letter A. You can browse all words beginning with A on the Word Explorer A page, or use the Prefix Finder tool to search for words that begin with specific starting letters.

How many letters does alternative have?

Alternative has 11 letters. It contains 4 syllables and starts with the letter A. In word games, letter count and syllable count can help narrow results when you know the word length.