An alternative outcome refers to a different result or consequence that could have happened if certain events or circumstances had unfolded differently.
Related terms
Counterfactual History: The study of historical events by exploring "what if" scenarios based on alternative outcomes.
Butterfly Effect: The idea that small changes can lead to significant consequences over time, much like how altering one event in history can change its entire course.
Historical Contingency: The concept that historical events are shaped by specific circumstances and choices made at specific moments in time.