alternative

选择、替代方案、其他办法

We had no alternative but to cancel the outdoor concert.

我们别无选择，只能取消户外演唱会。

替代品、代用品

Oat milk is a popular alternative to cow's milk.

燕麦奶是很受欢迎的牛奶替代品。

替代的、另一种的

The bridge is closed, so drivers must find an alternative route.

桥梁封闭，驾驶人必须另寻替代路线。

另类的、非主流的

She writes for a small alternative magazine in the city.

她为市区一家小型的另类杂志撰稿。

替代性的、非传统的多指能源、疗法

The country is investing heavily in alternative energy sources.

该国正大举投资替代能源。