optional
adjective/ˈɑpʃənəl/
Frequency rank: #4,732 most common English word
Meaning
Available as a choice but not required; left to one's own decision.
Example sentence
Wearing a tie to the party is optional, so you can choose whether to put one on or not.
Synonyms & related words
- voluntary
- elective
- discretionary
- noncompulsory
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