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optionally
This adverb is primarily used in technical, legal, or instructional contexts to indicate that a specific action or feature is available but not compulsory. It carries a neutral, objective tone and is frequently found in software documentation, user manuals, and academic guidelines to clarify the flexibility of a process.
In contrast to "voluntarily," which implies a personal choice or a willingness to act without coercion, "optionally" focuses on the structural availability of a choice within a system or set of rules. It describes the nature of the requirement rather than the motivation of the person making the choice.
Meanings
Examples
You can optionally add a cover letter to your application.
The software allows users to optionally sync their data to the cloud.
I wonder if I should optionally include a bibliography for this short essay.
The kit comes with a base model that can be optionally upgraded with a laser sight.
You may optionally choose a different starting location for your journey.
The chef suggests that you can optionally add a pinch of cinnamon to the batter.
The patient can optionally receive a sedative before the procedure.
The system can be optionally configured to restart automatically after an update.