opting

[ˈɒptɪŋ]

opting Definition

• 1. to choose to do or not to do something
• 2. to make a choice from a range of possibilities

Using opting: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "opting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I am opting for a career in medicine.

• Example

  She is opting out of the project.

• Example

  He is opting to stay home today.

• Example

  They are opting to take the train instead of driving.

opting Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for opting

• choose
• select
• decide
• pick
• elect

Antonyms for opting

• reject
• refuse
• decline

Phrases with opting

• opt for

  to choose one thing or course of action over another

  Example

  I think I'll opt for the fish instead of the steak.

• opt out

  to choose not to participate in something

  Example

  I decided to opt out of the company's health insurance plan.

• opt in

  to choose to participate in something

  Example

  You can opt in to receive our newsletter by providing your email address.

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Summary: opting in Brief

The verb 'opting' [ˈɒptɪŋ] means to choose or make a decision from a range of possibilities. It can be used in phrases like 'opt for,' meaning to choose one thing over another, and 'opt out,' meaning to choose not to participate in something. Examples include 'I am opting for a career in medicine' and 'She is opting out of the project.'