Synonyms of opt

opt

verb

ˈäpt 

as in to choose

to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration

after that near catastrophe, they opted to reinstate the telephone service

Synonyms & Similar Words

• choose
• decide
• figure
• determine
• resolve
• find
• settle (on or upon)
• conclude
• prefer
• select
• pick
• elect
• rule
• name
• decree
• arbitrate
• rule (on)
• adjudge
• adjudicate
• contemplate
• handpick
• cull
• consider
• think (about or over)
• ponder
• weigh
• study
• single (out)
• deliberate
• entertain
• meditate
• judge
• debate
• ruminate
• mull (over)
• chew over
• cogitate
• referee
• question
• umpire

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• refuse
• reject
• abstain
• decline
• hesitate
• turn down
• delay
• halt
• temporize
• stall
• vacillate
• waver
• waffle
• shilly-shally

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of opt

But customers looking to save money may opt for more affordable trims since the small SUV is generally well-equipped, even as a base model. — Charles Singh, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026

Some border authorities have even opted to turn off the system entirely and return to manual passport checks during peak processing times. — Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 12 Aug. 2026

The supervisors opted instead to hire the Sheppard law firm to represent the county in the cases. — Sean Emery, Oc Register, 12 Aug. 2026

In a Republican primary, where candidates typically run to the right, voters may opt for the candidate that has the most outspoken track record. — Jack Harvel august 12, Kansas City Star, 12 Aug. 2026

Phrases Containing opt

• opt (for)