alternatively

adverb

UK /ɔːlˈtɜːnətɪvli/

US /ɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪvli/

You use it to give another choice or a different way.

We can walk to the park, or alternatively, we can take the bus.

SYNONYMS

instead otherwise on the other hand as an alternative or else

RELATED WORDS

alternative choice option instead either

OTHER MEANINGS

2. In a way that takes turns or changes back and forth.

The two lights blinked alternatively, first red then green.

3. As another possibility in a list or plan.

You could study art; alternatively, you could study music.

4. Used to present a second option after saying 'or'.

We can meet on Monday or, alternatively, on Wednesday.