adv.二者择一地;作为选择;或者
We could take the train or alternatively go by car. 我们可以坐火车去,也可以坐汽车去。
We could drive all the way. Alternatively, we could fly. 我们可以一路开车。作为选择,我们也可以坐飞机。
Come with us, alternatively, meet us there. 同我们一道去,或者在那儿兴我们会合。