Definition of Alternative
Alternative
al·ter·na·tive


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
a possibility or something that is different from the presented option;

e.g. He developed an alternative design for the new engine.

(noun)
alternative rock music;

e.g. She is a fan of alternative rock music and pop music.

(adjective)
offering a choice;

e.g. We have two other alternative plans that we may need to use in case it begins to rain.

(adjective)
characteristic of something that is existing outside what is established or more accepted;

e.g. This is a type of alternative magazine.



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