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VOLUNTARY

/ˈvɒ.lən.tɹi/

9 letters · 4 syllables · noun, adjective, adverb

V 4/5
O 1/1
L 1/2
U 1/2
N 1/2
T 1/1
A 1/1
R 1/1
Y 4/3

Definition of VOLUNTARY

noun

A short piece of music, often having improvisation, played on a solo instrument.

noun

A volunteer.

noun

A supporter of voluntarism; a voluntarist.

adjective

Done, given, or acting of one's own free will.

adjective

Done by design or intention; intentional.

"If a man accidentally kills another by lopping a tree, it is not voluntary manslaughter."

adjective

Working or done without payment.

adverb

Voluntarily.

Antonyms of VOLUNTARY

Words with opposite meaning

Examples of VOLUNTARY in a Sentence

  • "If a man accidentally kills another by lopping a tree, it is not voluntary manslaughter."

Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
4
Scrabble
15
points
WWF
18
points

Is VOLUNTARY a Scrabble Word?

Yes, VOLUNTARY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 15 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 15 pts Words With Friends — 18 pts

Tip: VOLUNTARY uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for VOLUNTARY

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter voluntary Total
Scrabble 411111114 15
WWF 512221113 18

Words You Can Make With the Letters in VOLUNTARY

100 words from the letters in VOLUNTARY

How to Use VOLUNTARY in Word Games

VOLUNTARY is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble VOLUNTARY to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About VOLUNTARY

What does VOLUNTARY mean?
VOLUNTARY is a noun. A short piece of music, often having improvisation, played on a solo instrument.
Is VOLUNTARY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, VOLUNTARY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
How many points is VOLUNTARY worth in Scrabble?
VOLUNTARY is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 4 syllables.
How many words can you make from VOLUNTARY?
You can make 100 words from the letters in VOLUNTARY. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of VOLUNTARY?
Synonyms of VOLUNTARY include: discretionary, optional, volitional, intentional, willful, honorary. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.