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optional
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optional is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, optional is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofoptional
1noun
- Something that is not compulsory, especially part of an academic course.
- (sometimes capitalized) In various programming languages, a kind of variable that is assigned a specific data type but may or may not hold an actual value.
1adjective
- Not compulsory; left to personal choice; elective.
Synonyms: facultative
Example: "On that beach clothing is entirely optional."
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