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OPTIONAL

(adj., noun)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Optional.

Optional - as an adjective

Possible but not necessary; left to personal choice

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
obligatory

Optional - as a noun

Something that is not compulsory, especially part of an academic course.

(sometimes capitalized) in various programming languages, a kind of variable that is assigned a specific data type but may or may not hold an actual value.

Example Sentences

"Reading the assigned book is optional for this class."
"The hotel offers optional daily housekeeping services."
"You may choose between compulsory and optional modules in your degree program."
"Attendance at the event is optional."
"The use of a calculator is optional during the math exam."
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Word Game Points

Is OPTIONAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, optional is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OPTIONAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is OPTIONAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, optional is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OPTIONAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is OPTIONAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, optional is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OPTIONAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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