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

Florida State coach Mike Norvell opted to test the UM defense on fourth down inside the Miami 10-yard line for a second time with about four minutes left in the first half, and the Hurricanes’ defense stopped the Seminoles again. — Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 18 Oct. 2026

The Congress that convenes in January will include dozens of new faces, as more than 70 lawmakers opted not to run for reelection in 2026, and many more incumbents could lose in November. — Daniel C. Vock, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026

The Texans opted for Fairbairn’s 25-yard field for a 10-7 lead. — ABC News, 18 Oct. 2026

Kim Kardashian opted for an Old Hollywood look in a vintage Balenciaga dress from 1951. — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 18 Oct. 2026

Phrases Containing opt

• opt (for)