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 5 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for electively along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for electively

  • alternately
  • alternatively
  • either
  • instead
  • optionally

Antonyms for electively

  • forcibly
  • involuntarily
  • reluctantly
  • unwillingly

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 9 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to electively, such as: alternately, alternatively, either, forcibly, instead, involuntarily, optionally.

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