Thursday, 16 July 2015

Confusing and Misused Words - Alternate v Alternative



Alternate (verb) to make sth happen or exist repeatedly one after another
Ø      He alternated working long hours in the office with short, frequent breaks.
Ø      Sarah alternated between swimming, yoga and hiking a few times a week.

Alternative
   1.      (adjective) – one of more things available as another possibility or choice.
Ø      We may need an alternative venue for the gathering in the event it rains.
2.     (noun) – sth that is different from what is usual and offers the possibility of choice
Ø      Wine is an alternative to beer.

Ø      There must be an alternative to spending the night at this old hotel.

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