IELTS Anvil

alternative

CEFR: B1

An educational approach, system, or choice that differs from conventional state schooling or mainstream orthodoxy.

Synonyms

substitute
counterpart

Common Collocations

viable alternative
alternative energy
alternative approach

Example Sentence

Homeschooling offers a viable alternative for children with neurodivergent learning profiles who struggle in large classrooms.

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