Synonyms of alternatively

alternatively

adverb

as in alternately

in place of another option

We could go out for dinner or, alternatively, we could get takeout.

Related Words

• alternately
• rather
• instead
• otherwise
• first
• in lieu
• on the other hand

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of alternatively

Swarovski’s Hyperbola earrings are unique but timeless; alternatively, choose a statement piece, like Hunting Season’s Tagua pendant, or an oversized Pandora charm. — Mekaylah Yowpp-Hernacki, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2026

In recent years, Bravo has alternatively taken the reboot approach to its properties as a way to avoid the finality of cancellation. — Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2026

Worried about artificial intelligence destroying all of humanity soon, or, alternatively, turning your toaster or other home appliances against you? — Paul Knoepfler, STAT, 29 Oct. 2026

The hotel can also arrange transportation by boat, helicopter, or private plane—alternatively, come by yacht and anchor down at the edge of the bay. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Oct. 2026

The Ocarina of Time remake, alternatively, maintains the original game's cartoony aesthetic but layers it with intricate detail. — James Perkins Mastromarino, NPR, 14 Oct. 2026

Capillary action could help draw venom into the venom canal, or, alternatively, the venom may need to counter capillary action that draws fluid up from the tissue. — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 13 Oct. 2026

But Morton reveals that the team did speak about what could have alternatively happened at the end of the level. — Daryl Baxter, Space.com, 12 Oct. 2026

Titled The Orange Plague—and, alternatively, The King of Injustice—the statue is by Danish artist Jens Galschiøt. — News Desk, Artforum, 8 Oct. 2026