Synonyms of alternatives

alternatives

noun

plural of alternative

as in options

the power, right, or opportunity to choose

there's no alternative: we must cross the stream to reach our destination

Synonyms & Similar Words

• options
• choices
• ways
• preferences
• elections
• selections
• liberties
• picks
• discretions
• druthers
• volitions
• votes
• determinations
• wills
• says
• voices
• tendencies
• proclivities
• free wills
• inclinations
• predilections
• propensities
• likings
• partialities
• judgments
• penchants
• discernments
• perspicacities

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• forces
• coercions
• obligations
• duties
• duresses
• Hobson's choices

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of alternatives

Other trade schools and community colleges are reporting similar spikes in interest, as more students look for alternatives to four-year universities. — Bill Chappell, NPR, 9 July 2026

According to GridMarket executives, corporate clients are actively looking for alternatives to traditional electrical grid connections because standard power infrastructure cannot keep pace with the power requirements of modern computing facilities. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 9 July 2026

In addition, the tritium is far safer compared to historical alternatives because beta particles cannot penetrate human skin, and the gas is securely stored in the form of a solid metal hydride foil, eliminating the danger of leakage or explosion. — David Szondy july 07, New Atlas, 8 July 2026

Because of budget constraints, the proposal would not include funding for the natural alternatives the group recommended. — Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 8 July 2026

Riders who usually travel from that station should use the Seventh and Capitol or Eighth and Capitol stations as alternatives. — Madison Smalstig july 8, Sacbee.com, 8 July 2026

Lithium-ion technology remains dominant today, but emerging alternatives such as sodium-ion batteries could soon further reduce costs and diversify supply chains. — Tom Bitting, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Parents looking for broader investment choices may also want to consider alternatives such as 529 plans, UGMA or UTMA custodial accounts or brokerage accounts for teens. — Liz Knueven, CNBC, 7 July 2026

The alternatives to a stitch-up, of course, entail a lack of control, and perhaps even chaos. — Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 7 July 2026