Definition of voluntary

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  • voluntary is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 15
  • voluntary is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 15
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Definition of voluntary

  • (military) a person who freely enlists for service (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. military volunteer
    2. volunteer
  • composition (often improvised) for a solo instrument (especially solo organ) and not a regular part of a religious service or musical performance (noun)
  • controlled by individual volition (adjective)

    Examples

    1. voluntary motions
    2. voluntary muscles
  • of your own free will or design; done by choice; not forced or compelled (adjective)

    Examples

    1. man is a voluntary agent
    2. participation was voluntary
    3. voluntary manslaughter
    4. voluntary generosity in times of disaster
    5. voluntary social workers
    6. a voluntary confession

See definition of voluntary in Merriam Webster