alternate
US /ˈɔltɚnət/
adjective, verb Target · B2 Kinh doanh chung
Definition
occurring in turns; every other; a substitute or secondary option
Common in flight detours ('alternate route') and backup proposals.
Examples
Please take the alternate route because the main bridge is closed for repairs.
Word Family
NounNoun
alternate gốc
alternation
VerbVerb
alternate gốc
AdjectiveAdj
alternate gốc
AdverbAdv
alternately
Synonyms
- substituteacting or serving as a replacement for another
- rotateto pass in a regular series; to take turns
- interchangeto exchange things with each other; to alternate
Collocations
- Easy alternate daysoccurring every other day in a regular sequence
- Medium propose an alternate routesuggesting a different pathway to avoid transit congestion
- Hard designate an alternate directorappointing a substitute board representative in case of absence
- Very Hard alternate between hope and despairshifting continuously between optimistic confidence and deep dejection
Learner's English edition · Curated definitions for TOEIC learners.