optionally
Definition
Adverb: In a manner that is not required or mandatory; something that can be chosen or done if one wishes, but is not compulsory.
Usage
The adverb "optionally" modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to indicate that the action or quality described is a matter of choice. * It is used to describe features, actions, or components that are available but not necessary. * It often appears in technical, instructional, or formal contexts to specify non-mandatory elements.
Examples
- The software can optionally send usage reports to help improve future versions.
- You may optionally include a cover letter with your job application.
- The course has a final exam, but students can optionally complete a project instead.
- Participants are asked to wear comfortable clothes and can optionally bring a water bottle.
Advanced Usage
- "Optionally, ...": Used at the beginning of a sentence to introduce a possible, non-essential step or feature.
- Optionally, you can garnish the dish with fresh herbs before serving.
- In programming and configuration files, "optional" or "optionally" specifies parameters that do not need to be set.
- The function takes two required arguments and one optionally.
Variants and Related Words
- Optional (adjective): Available to be chosen but not required.
- An optional extra feature.
- Option (noun): A thing that is or may be chosen; a choice.
- You have the option to pay monthly.
Synonyms
- Voluntarily
- Electively
- Facultatively (formal)
Antonyms
- Compulsorily
- Mandatorily
- Obligatorily
- Requiredly
Adverb
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in an optional manner
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this rule is applied optionally
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