voluntarily
UK: ˈvɒləntrəli | US: ˈvɑːlənterəli
adv. by one's own choice or free will; without being forced
adv. in a manner showing willingness or enthusiasm
voluntarily = volunt<will> + ary<adjective suffix> + ly<adverb suffix>
- volunt (from Latin voluntas "will, choice")
- ary (adjective-forming suffix, from Latin -arius)
- ly (adverb-forming suffix, from Old English -lice)
Etymology Origin:
The word traces back to Latin voluntas ("will, desire"), reflecting the concept of free choice. The suffix -ary transforms it into an adjective (voluntary), and -ly further converts it into an adverb. The progression captures the idea of acting out of one's own will, emphasizing autonomy.
She voluntarily offered to help with the project.
He stayed late voluntarily to finish the report.
The soldiers volunteered voluntarily for the dangerous mission.
They donated money voluntarily to support the cause.
The witness came forward voluntarily to testify.