21
optional(adjective, choice, able, possible, voluntary)
14
voluntary(adjective, open, free, able)
14
discretionary(adjective, open, free, fit, choice)
9
eligible(adjective, fit, worthy)
8
electoral(adjective, able, electing)
8
elected
8
facultative(adjective, open, free, choice, able)
7
alternative(adjective, open, free, voluntary, optional)
7
discretional(adjective, open, free, voluntary, optional)
7
free(adjective, open, voluntary)
7
selective(adjective, able)
7
unforced(adjective, open, free, voluntary)
5
gratuitous
4
constituent(adjective, able)
4
elect
4
spontaneous
4
elective course
4
unasked
4
uncoerced
4
unsolicited
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