alteration
改变
① 用作n (U)。
【例】 We wish to state that our quotations are subject to alteration without notice.
我们希望说明的是,我方报价不预先通知便可变更。
② 用作n(C)时,可接用介词to引出修改的对象。
【例】 These alterations to the contract are, in a way, adverse to their interests.
合同的这些修改对他们有些不利。
alternation
代替品
【例】 If you cannot send the goods as per specifications, please send us alternations.
如果不能按规格发货,请发来代替品。
alternative
【1】 选择,备选的方案[办法等]
【例】 The is to effect payment by T/T at the time of shipment.
另一个办法就是在装船时电汇付款。
【2】 have [see] no alternative but to… 除⋯⋯别无他法
【例】 We have no alternative but to cancel this order.
我们除撤销订单外,别无选择余地。