Optional
(adjective)
Not compulsory; left to personal choice or preference.
Origin:
From option + -al, from latin optio (“choice, option”).
Examples:
- Attendance at the meeting is optional.
- The restaurant offers optional extras such as dessert and wine.
- The course has a few optional modules.
- The purchase of insurance is optional for this product.
- Some airlines charge for optional services like checked baggage and seat selection.