Definitions
- Referring to something that is optional or discretionary. - Describing an organism that can survive in different environments, with or without a specific condition. - Talking about a course or subject that is not mandatory but can be chosen as an elective.
- Referring to something that is done by choice or free will. - Describing an action or behavior that is not required or obligatory. - Talking about an organization or association that is run by volunteers and not paid staff.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to something that is optional or not mandatory.
- 2Both words describe actions or behaviors that are done by choice or free will.
- 3Both words can be used to describe courses or subjects that are not required but can be chosen as electives.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Facultative is more commonly used in scientific or academic contexts, while voluntary is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
- 2Meaning: Facultative refers to something that is optional or discretionary, while voluntary refers to something that is done by choice or free will.
- 3Connotation: Facultative has a neutral connotation, while voluntary can have positive or negative connotations depending on the context.
- 4Examples: Facultative is commonly used to describe organisms or courses, while voluntary is commonly used to describe actions or behaviors.
Remember this!
Facultative and voluntary are synonyms that describe something that is optional or not mandatory. However, facultative is more commonly used in scientific or academic contexts, while voluntary is more versatile and can be used in various contexts. Facultative refers to something that is optional or discretionary, while voluntary refers to something that is done by choice or free will.
