Voluntary Definition
voluntary
adjective
- of your own free will or design; done by choice; not forced or compelled; "man is a voluntary agent"; "participation was voluntary"; "voluntary manslaughter"; "voluntary generosity in times of disaster"; "voluntary social workers"; "a voluntary confession"
- controlled by individual volition; "voluntary motions"; "voluntary muscles"
noun
- (military) a person who freely enlists for service
- composition (often improvised) for a solo instrument (especially solo organ) and not a regular part of a religious service or musical performance
"Voluntary" in song lyrics
See how voluntary is used in real songs:
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"ward state adoption minnesota voluntary"
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"composer of the trumpet voluntary"
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"is the social security number voluntary"
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Words that rhyme with voluntary
Usage tips for "voluntary"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "voluntary" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for voluntary to find words that pair well.