alternativity
|al-ter-na-tiv-i-ty|
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/ˌɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪvɪti/
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/ˌɔːlˈtɜːnətɪvɪti/
(alternative)
other option
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alternativity' originates from the word 'alternative,' which comes from the Latin word 'alternatus,' meaning 'to do by turns.'
Historical Evolution
'alternative' evolved from the Latin 'alternatus' through Old French 'alternatif,' eventually becoming the modern English word 'alternative.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to do by turns,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'offering a choice.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being alternative; the capacity to offer or suggest alternatives.
The alternativity of the proposal was appreciated by the committee.
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Last updated: 2025/07/04 21:21