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View synonyms for

optional

[ op-shuh-nl ]

adjective

  1. left to one's choice; not required or mandatory:

    Formal dress is optional.

    Synonyms: , ,

  2. leaving something to choice.


optional

/ ˈɒʃəə /

adjective

  1. possible but not compulsory; left to personal choice
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Derived Forms

  • ˈDZپDzԲ, adverb
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Other Word Forms

  • DZtDz·i·ٲ noun
  • DZtDz·· adverb
  • ԴDz·DZtDz· adjective
  • non·DZtDz·· adverb
  • ܲ·DZtDz· adjective
  • un·DZtDz·· adverb
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Word History and Origins

Origin of optional1

First recorded in 1755–65; option + -al 1
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Example Sentences

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sApp says its new AI feature embedded in the messaging service is "entirely optional" - despite the fact it cannot be removed from the app.

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In 2018, he was back in the news for a proposal to make neckties optional among workers in the city, citing studies that they diminish blood flow to the brain.

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Still, in a late-night session when ease trumps everything, the PAX Plus is a dependable favorite — especially when paired with the optional Puck Press, arguably its most innovative accessory.

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Like, I think there’s just a lot a lot optional there because that group’s been together in that group kind of knows what to do.

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The chief executive of the Scottish Huntington's Association, Alistair Haw, said specialist services were not an "optional extra" but rather an "absolute necessity".

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