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Alternating (Adjective)

Meaning 1

Occurring by turns; first one and then the other; "alternating feelings of love and hate".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The city's traffic lights were alternating between red and green to control the flow of vehicles.
  • The patient experienced alternating periods of high and low blood pressure throughout the day.
  • The teacher used an alternating pattern of lectures and discussions to keep the students engaged.
  • The weather forecast predicted alternating periods of sunshine and rain for the entire week.
  • The artist created a sculpture with alternating layers of wood and metal to add texture and depth.

Synonyms

  • Alternate

Meaning 2

(of a current) reversing direction; "alternating current".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The electric motor was designed to run on alternating current from the power grid.
  • The device converted the direct current from the battery to alternating current for the appliance.
  • The transmission lines carried alternating current over long distances with minimal loss of energy.
  • The inverter changed the direct current from the solar panels to alternating current for household use.
  • The engineer designed a circuit that could handle both direct and alternating current inputs.

Antonyms

  • Direct
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