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alternate

Ngoại động từNội động từTính từ[C/U] Cả hai

Số nhiều: alternatesQuá khứ: alternatedPhân từ 2: alternatedV-ing: alternating

This word carries a rhythmic quality of oscillation. It describes a pendulum-like movement where two distinct states or entities swap positions in a predictable sequence. It is frequently used in technical, mathematical, or scheduling contexts to denote a precise pattern of repetition.

Countable when referring to a specific substitute person, such as a backup player on a sports team. Uncountable when referring to the general concept of alternation in a sequence.

Ý nghĩa

Ngoại động từ

[something]

To occur in turn first one and then the other.

"The lights alternate between red and green."

Nội động từ

To switch repeatedly between two states or options.

"The weather alternates between rain and sunshine."

Tính từ

Occurring in turn; every other one in a series.

"We meet on alternate Thursdays."

Tính từ

Available as another possibility or choice.

"The team sought an alternate route to avoid the traffic."

Danh từ

A person or thing that acts as a substitute.

"She is the first alternate for the Olympic team."

Từ liên quan

substitute switch secondary constant fixed primary main permanent change option sequence replacement relief cycle

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