alternative energy — energy derived from renewable sources that can replace fossil fuels, such as solar, wind, or hydroelectric power
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: energy derived from renewable sources that can replace fossil fuels, such as solar, wind, or hydroelectric power
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪv ˈenərdʒi/
Example Sentences
- My neighbor installed so many solar panels that his house looks like a disco ball trying to save the planet.
- Wind farms are becoming increasingly popular as a clean alternative energy solution.
- The company's switch to alternative energy sources reduced their electricity bills by 60%.
alternative energy
NOUN[/ɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪv ˈenərdʒi/]
energy derived from renewable sources that can replace fossil fuels, such as solar, wind, or hydroelectric power
The village powers every home with alternative energy from wind and sun.
Alternative energy creates synergy, unleashing pure energy!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Alternative derives from Latin alternus, meaning 'every other' or 'by turns,' combined with the suffix -ive to form 'offering a choice between two things.' Energy comes from Greek energeia, composed of en- (in, within) and ergon (work, action), originally meaning 'activity' or 'operation.'
Breakdown
Alternative: alter- (other, different) + -native (having the quality of); Energy: en- (in, within) + erg- (work) + -y (noun suffix forming abstract concepts).
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📝Examples
“My neighbor installed so many solar panels that his house looks like a disco ball trying to save the planet.”
“Wind farms are becoming increasingly popular as a clean alternative energy solution.”
“The company's switch to alternative energy sources reduced their electricity bills by 60%.”
“Scientists are working on turning my procrastination into alternative energy - it's an infinite resource!”
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