Synonyms for Voluntary
Definition of 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
11 synonyms found
Writing tips for "voluntary"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like free, freewill, intentional can replace "voluntary" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 11 alternatives available, "voluntary" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Voluntary" in song lyrics
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"composer of the trumpet voluntary"
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"is the social security number voluntary"
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