| 单词 | alternative |
| 释义 | adjective | noun alternativealternative1 /ɔlˈtɚnət̮ɪv/ ●●○ S3 W3 AWL adjective 1[only before noun] an alternative idea, plan, etc. is one that can be used instead of another one SYN alternate: Smith’s book details alternative ways of coping with stress.2[only before noun] an alternative system or solution is considered less damaging or more effective than the old one: alternative sources of energy3not based on or believing in traditional social or moral standards: an alternative lifestyle alternative music—alternatively adverb adjective | noun alternativealternative2 ●●○ S3 W3 AWL noun [countable] something that you can choose to do or use instead of something else: He considered some other alternatives before deciding to go to law school.alternative to In this case, taking medication is a good alternative to surgery. I had no alternative but to report him to the police. We don’t want to move, but it seems to be the only alternative. Is there a viable alternative to the current system (=an alternative that is easy or sensible to use)?► see thesaurus at choice1COLLOCATIONSadjectivesa good alternative If you can’t get fresh berries, frozen ones are a good alternative.an attractive alternative formal Internet-based learning is becoming an attractive alternative to traditional instruction.a possible/acceptable alternative I’m busy tomorrow but Wednesday is a possible alternative.the only alternative If this doesn’t work, the only alternative is to buy a new battery.a viable alternative (=one that will work because it is as good as something else) In Washington, the commuter trains offer a viable alternative to driving.a clear/obvious alternative The drug has some side effects, but there is no clear alternative that works as well.a credible alternative (=one that seems likely to be successful) Many people dislike the current plan, but no one has proposed a credible alternative.a practical/effective alternative This treatment represents a practical alternative to surgery.a healthy alternative Low-fat muffins are a healthy alternative to cake.a cheap alternative Plastic is a cheap alternative to wood.a safe alternative Will there ever be asafe alternative to nuclear power?verbshave an alternative We don’t have to stay here – we have alternatives.consider/look at the alternatives We have carefully considered all the alternatives.suggest/provide/offer an alternative I would like to suggest some alternatives.look for/seek an alternative People are seeking alternatives to meat-based dishes.find an alternative The aim of the research is to find alternatives to oil and natural gas.an alternative exists No real alternative exists. |
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