Synonyms for

Choices

Verb / ˈtʃɔɪsʌz / / ˈtʃɔɪsɪz / Another word for choices — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Options or alternatives that someone can choose from.

Synonyms & similar words

pick selection alternative choice option options alternatives selections preferences decisions judgments picks dilemmas opportunities possibilities variety range assortment collection inventory stock catalogue menu agenda program

Synonyms by register

Formal

alternatives options possibilities selections

Informal

picks options ways to go

Literary

paths avenues courses

Antonyms

necessity obligation requirement predetermination destiny fate

Common collocations

  • make choices
  • difficult choices
  • tough choices
  • free choices
  • limited choices
  • wise choices
  • sound choices
  • range of choices

Word family

noun choice
verb choose
adjective choice
adverb choicely

Usage note

While 'choices' is plural, the singular 'choice' refers to the act of choosing or the ability to choose. Be mindful of the context when using synonyms; some are more formal than others.

Example sentences

  1. I have many choices for lunch today.
  2. She had to make a difficult choice between the two dresses.
  3. We have limited choices for dinner tonight.
  4. He made the wrong choice and now he regrets it.
  5. She had no choice but to stay at home today.

Quotes

  • You have a choice. You can throw in the towel or you can use it to wipe the sweat off your face. - Gatorade
  • The choices we make lead up to actual experiences. - Anonymous
  • In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing. - Theodore Roosevelt

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