/ɑˈpʃʌnʌl/ - [apshunul] - op•tion•al
We found 5 definitions of optional from 4 different sources.
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optional - possible but not necessary; left to personal choice | ||
obligatory morally or legally constraining or binding; "attendance is obligatory"; "an obligatory contribution" | ||
elective subject to popular election; "elective official" | ||
ex gratia as a favor; not compelled by legal right; "ex gratia payments made to nonstriking workers" | ||
facultative not compulsory; "facultative courses in the sciences" |