Word: Optional

Pronunciation

/ˈɑːpʃənl/

Definitions

• Adjective: Not necessary; left to personal choice or preference. It describes something that can be chosen but is not required.

Examples

• Optional activity: Attending the after-class workshop is optional for students.
• Optional feature: The premium package includes several optional features like heated seats and a sunroof.

Phrases

• Optional extras: Additional items or services that can be chosen by a customer but are not included in the standard price.
• Optional course: A class or subject that a student may choose to take but is not required for their degree or program.
• Make something optional: To allow people to decide whether they want to do something or include it, rather than mandating it.

Example Sentences

• The company offers flexible working hours, with Fridays being an optional work-from-home day.
• In the survey, participants could answer the last question, which was optional.

Synonyms

• Elective
• Voluntary
• Non-compulsory
• Discretionary
• Unobligatory