Optional

['ɒpʃ(ə)n(ə)l] or ['ɑpʃənl]

Definition

(adj.) possible but not necessary; left to personal choice .

Edited by Bernice--From WordNet

Definition

(a.) Involving an option; depending on the exercise of an option; left to one's discretion or choice; not compulsory; as, optional studies; it is optional with you to go or stay.

(n.) See Elective, n.

Typist: Nola

Synonyms and Synonymous

a. Discretional, elective.

Editor: Nita