alternatively
/ɒlˈtɜː(ɹ).nə.tɪv.li/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
in an alternative way
Adverb
Examples
Observers should keep in mind that these efforts at living alternatively are not easily undertaken; indeed, if they were, more people would be doing what they do.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Used to link a pair of opposing possibilities.
Adverb
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “alternatively” mean?
in an alternative way
Is “alternatively” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.