alternatives

NOUN

possible choice

Synonyms

STRONGEST

opportunity option substitute

STRONG

druthers pick preference recourse redundancy selection sub

WEAK

back-up other other fish in sea other fish to fry take it or leave it

Antonyms

STRONG

rejection

WEAK

compulsion constraint necessity obligation restraint

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

As whole house fans and swamp coolers can suck additional pollutants inside, the department recommends using air purifiers or air conditioners as alternatives when possible.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 4, 2026

A single product can be used on deep, large, and uneven injuries, making it more versatile than traditional alternatives.

From Science Daily • Jul. 2, 2026

Just days after Sony announced it would be killing off its physical videogame discs by 2028 in favor of digital-only alternatives, one player raced to liquidate his collection.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 2, 2026

The company also plans to retain a financial adviser to consider strategic financing alternatives.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

Lack of worthy alternatives probably had a lot to do with it.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx