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

When a disinfectant is necessary, Hunt and other experts say products with citric acid, hydrogen peroxide and ethyl alcohol, such as alcohol wipes, are safer alternatives. — Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026

That practical knowledge could help refine the mobile fueling model as more heavy-duty fleets evaluate alternatives to diesel across the United States. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026

Refill stores and zero waste shops around the Bay Area are also stocked with alternatives. — Anne Makovec, CBS News, 7 Aug. 2026

Fox’s leadership said when the service launched that it was not intended to cause further pay TV losses, as streaming alternatives have largely done for media companies. — Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026

The process, however, is not easier than the other alternatives. — Alejandra Rojas, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

According to the report by the council, two alternatives are being considered for the project. — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 6 Aug. 2026

Here are four paint colors to avoid, and several alternatives that balance design sense with functionality. — Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 30 July 2026

Roughly 90% of foreign-exchange transactions involve the dollar; the alternatives — gold, Treasuries, the euro — trail far behind. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 30 July 2026