electively
The word “electively” has 4 syllables: e-lec-tive-ly
It's pronounced as /ɪˈlɛktɪvli/
What is synonym and antonym for electively?
In the thesaurus, “electively” has 17 synonyms and 5 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for electively along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for electively
- alternately
- alternatively
- desirably
- either
- fain
- first
- gladly
- instead
- obligingly
- optionally
- preferably
- rather
- readily
- soon
- voluntarily
- willingly
- wishfully
Antonyms for electively
- forcibly
- involuntarily
- reluctantly
- unwillingly
- willy-nilly
Example Sentences
- The course can be taken electively by students from any department.
- She chose to undergo the surgery electively rather than waiting for complications.
- The program allows participants to join electively, depending on their interests.
- Many students pursue foreign language classes electively to broaden their skills.
- The conference offered several workshops that could be attended electively.
On this page you'll find 22 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to electively, such as: alternately, alternatively, desirably, either, fain, first, forcibly.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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