Optional
8 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Available to be chosen but not obligatory; left to personal choice rather than being required or mandatory. Something that may be chosen but is not essential.
“The course includes optional modules allowing students to specialise in areas of particular interest.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈɒp.ʃə.nəl/
Syllables
op·tion·al
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Synonyms
Antonyms
obligatory
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Wordle
Eight letters with pattern OPT-; contains four vowels (O, I, O, A)
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Scrabble
Worth 12 points; combines OPTION with -AL suffix for adjective form
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