Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

alternating

adjective
/ˈɔːltəneɪtɪŋ/
Definition
Occurring in turns; taking turns between two or more states or events.
Examples
  • He followed an alternating schedule of work and rest.
  • The colors of the stripes are alternating blue and white.
  • They listened to alternating music genres during the party.
Meaning
The concept of switching back and forth between different conditions or positions.
Synonyms
  • interchanging
  • recurrent
  • rotating
  • switching
  • episodic