Synonyms for optionally


Grammar : Adv
Spell : op-shuh-nl
Phonetic Transcription : ˈɒp ʃə nl

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Définition of optionally

Origin :
  • 1765, from option + -al (1).
  • As in voluntarily : adv of one's own free will
  • As in unnecessarily : adv needlessly
Example sentences :
  • At this time the sounds Hin and others may be made, alternately or optionally, according to habit.
  • Extract from : « The Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana » by Vatsyayana
  • By the Egyptians it was practised in the same manner (excepting their Priests) as by the Tyrians,—viz., optionally.
  • Extract from : « The History of Ancient America, Anterior to the Time of Columbus » by George Jones

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