Definitions

1. adjective

altering or capable of altering

“The new policy is an alterative to the previous one, which was causing financial losses.”

2. noun

a substance that has healing or curative properties, especially a plant or its extract used in medicine

“The doctor prescribed a herbal alterative to help the patient recover from the illness.”

3. noun

a replacement or substitute, especially for something that is no longer available or is considered inferior

“The company introduced a new alterative to the popular brand, which was facing production issues.”