Alternative
Alternative noun - The power, right, or opportunity to choose.
Favorite and alternative are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Favorite" instead a noun "Alternative".
Favorite
Favorite noun - A person or thing that is preferred over others.
Alternative and favorite are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Alternative" instead a noun "Favorite".
Nearby Words: favored, favoritism
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- Radiohead, alternative rock weirdos, made a list of their favorite (or at least Jonny's favorite) video games in a blog entry on their website.
Source: One Of Us / Musical Freaks -
Another example was the show "Psycho Mom", created by FOX as an alternative to Psycho Dad, Al's favorite TV show.
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In the animated series at least, beetles are the favorite treat of Beetlejuice, probably a less nasty alternative to the blowfly and cockroach we see him eat in the movie.
Source: Beetle Maniac
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