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

Gables commissioners on Tuesday voted 3-1 to promote Gómez, who is currently deputy city manager, to be the city’s top administrator once Iglesias steps down, opting to avoid a national search for one of the most important jobs in the Gables. — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 26 Aug. 2026

Cut Some athletes prefer a no-show cut, while others opt for ankle-length or crew-length options for their workout. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026

Dean opted to stay out of the spotlight but encouraged his wife. — Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 25 Aug. 2026

In fact, 93 percent of American customers are opting to pursue online stores for their resale items. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 25 Aug. 2026

Phrases Containing opt

• opt (for)