alternately Definition
by turns; first one thing, then the other.
Using alternately: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "alternately" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The two teams alternately took turns playing offense and defense.
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She alternately laughed and cried during the movie.
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The book alternately tells the story from two different perspectives.
alternately Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for alternately
Origins of alternately
from Latin 'alternatus', meaning 'done by turns'
Summary: alternately in Brief
'Alternately' [awl-ter-nit-lee] is an adverb that means 'by turns; first one thing, then the other.' It is often used to describe actions or events that occur in a cyclical or alternating pattern. Synonyms for 'alternately' include 'interchangeably,' 'reciprocally,' and 'rotatively.' Examples of its use include 'The two teams alternately took turns playing offense and defense,' and 'The book alternately tells the story from two different perspectives.'
