voluntarily

• Adverbe signifiant « par choix personnel » ou « sans contrainte ». Décrit des actions accomplies librement, sans pression extérieure ni obligation.

An adverb meaning "by one's own choice" or "without being forced." It describes actions performed willingly, without external compulsion or obligation.

1. By choice or free willB2formal

   Done of one's own free will, without being forced or paid.

   volontairement

   • She voluntarily helped the elderly neighbor with her groceries.
   • He voluntarily resigned from his position.
   • Many people voluntarily donate blood at the local clinic.

   Synonymesby choicefreelyreadilyspontaneouslywillingly

   Antonymescompulsorilyforciblyinvoluntarilyunwillingly

2. Intentionally or deliberatelyB2formal

   Done with conscious intention, not accidentally.

   volontairement

   • The witness voluntarily came forward with new information.
   • He voluntarily admitted his mistake to the manager.
   • They voluntarily agreed to reduce their working hours.

   Synonymesby designconsciouslydeliberatelyintentionallyknowinglyon purposepurposelywillfully

   Antonymesaccidentallyinadvertentlyinvoluntarilyunconsciouslyunintentionally