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optional
01
available or possible to choose but not required or forced
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
relational
ungradable
Examples
The final project is optional, but many students choose to complete it for extra credit.
Optional
01
something that is not required or mandatory, especially in an academic setting
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
optionals
What is an "optional"?
An optional is something that is not required but can be chosen or taken if desired. It refers to an activity, course, or item that one can select to participate in or use, but it is not mandatory. Optionals provide flexibility, allowing individuals to decide whether to engage based on personal interest or preference.
Examples
The university offers a variety of electives, allowing students to choose from a range of optionals to tailor their education.
Lexical Tree
optionally
optional
option
opt
