opt

[ɑpt]

opt Definition

to make a choice, especially of one thing or possibility instead of others.

Using opt: Examples

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

• Example

  I opted for the vegetarian dish.

• Example

  He opted to stay home instead of going out with friends.

• Example

  We can opt to take the train or drive.

• Example

  She opted out of the project due to time constraints.

opt Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for opt

• choose
• select
• decide
• pick
• elect

Antonyms for opt

• reject
• disapprove
• decline

Phrases with opt

• opt for

  to choose or select something over other options

  Example

  I opted for the blue shirt instead of the red one.

• opt out

  to choose not to participate in something or to remove oneself from a situation

  Example

  He opted out of the company's health insurance plan.

• opt in

  to choose to participate in something or to agree to receive something

  Example

  You can opt in to receive email notifications about new products.

Origins of opt

shortened form of 'option'

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Summary: opt in Brief

'Opt' [ɑpt] means to make a choice, usually between two or more options. It is often used in phrases like 'opt for,' meaning to choose one option over others, and 'opt out,' meaning to choose not to participate or remove oneself from a situation. Examples include 'I opted for the vegetarian dish' and 'She opted out of the project due to time constraints.'