Alternative
/ɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪv/noun
Offering or expressing a choice between options.
Did you know?The term 'alternative' originates from the notion of 'substituting one thing for another', echoing ancient beliefs in dualities and choices shaping destiny.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
alternare
“to do by turns, to interchange.”
Late Latin
Late Latin
alternativus
“pertaining to alternation.”
Old French
Old French
alternatif
“of two or more choices.”
Middle English
Middle English
alternative
“offering a choice, interchangeable.”
Modern English
English
alternative
“pertaining to a choice or option.”