Voluntarily

/ˈvɒl.ənˌtɛr.ə.li/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a way that is done willingly and without being forced or paid.

She decided to voluntarily participate in the community service project.

Of one's own free will; not compelled or obligated.

He voluntarily returned the extra change he had received by mistake.

Without external pressure; freely chosen.

The students voluntarily agreed to help with the fundraising efforts.

Done by one's own choice or decision.

They voluntarily signed up for the extra workshop to enhance their skills.

From Latin 'voluntarius', meaning 'willing'.

voluntarily committed

To enter into a commitment or agreement of one's own will.

voluntarily relinquish

To give up something willingly and without pressure.

voluntarily participate

To take part in an activity by choice.

volunteer

A person who offers to do something without being paid.

volition

The power of using one's will.

Going above and beyond

He took on that extra task voluntarily, just to help out.

Self-motivated action

She’s always volunteering for events—she really does it voluntarily.