Voluntary ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Voluntary ( adjective )

1. Done by choice; not forced or required.
2. Performed by a voluntary muscle, as opposed to an involuntary muscle.
3. Performed or provided by volunteers.

Origin:

The word voluntary comes from the latin word voluntarius, meaning "done by choice.".

Examples:

1. She made a voluntary contribution to the charity.
2. He made a voluntary decision to retire.
3. The movement of the eye is controlled by voluntary muscles.
4. The hospital relied heavily on the voluntary services of its staff.
5. The fire department is made up of a mix of paid and voluntary personnel.

(As a noun)

Voluntary ( noun )

1. Done by choice; not forced or required.
2. Performed by a voluntary muscle, as opposed to an involuntary muscle.
3. Performed or provided by volunteers.

Origin:

The word voluntary comes from the latin word voluntarius, meaning "done by choice.".

Examples:

1. She made a voluntary contribution to the charity.
2. He made a voluntary decision to retire.
3. The movement of the eye is controlled by voluntary muscles.
4. The hospital relied heavily on the voluntary services of its staff.
5. The fire department is made up of a mix of paid and voluntary personnel.