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Optional Definition

ŏpshə-nəl
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adjective
Left to one's option, or choice; not compulsory; elective.
Webster's New World
Synonyms:
  • Synonyms:
  • contingent
  • available
  • alternative
  • facultative
  • unforced
  • voluntary
  • nonobligatory
  • elective
  • preferential
  • discriminative
  • discretional
  • discretionary
Antonyms:
  • Antonyms:
  • obligatory
  • coercive
  • mandatory
  • forced
  • required
  • compulsory

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OOPOPT

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LALNAL

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