Simple meaning
What does Voluntary mean?
done by free choice.
Dictionary definition
done by choice and not forced.
Example sentences
Voluntary in a sentence
easy
The class used voluntary to describe the result in simple words.
medium
In reading, we compared two passages and discussed why one description seemed more voluntary.
hard
During group work, students explained how voluntary changed the meaning and evaluation of the information.
Synonyms
Words like Voluntary
similar wordClose in meaning, but usage can depend on context.
related termUsed in similar descriptions with small differences.
Antonyms
Opposite words
opposite qualityA useful contrast in descriptive meaning.
different conditionShows a contrasting state or level.
Word family
Voluntary word family
Base word
voluntary
adjective
voluntary
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does voluntary mean?
Voluntary means done by free choice.
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