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ALTERNATIVELY

(adverb)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Alternatively.

Alternatively - as an adverb

In place of, or as an alternative to

Example: "Felix became a herpetologist instead"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
instead8or else

Example Sentences

"You can take the train, or alternatively, you can drive."
"We can go to the beach or alternatively, we can go hiking."
"She could ask for help, or alternatively, she could figure it out herself."
"You can use butter in the recipe, or alternatively, you can use margarine."
"He can study in the morning, or alternatively, he can study in the evening."
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Word Game Points

Is ALTERNATIVELY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, alternatively is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ALTERNATIVELY has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is ALTERNATIVELY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, alternatively is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ALTERNATIVELY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is ALTERNATIVELY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, alternatively is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ALTERNATIVELY has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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