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

Blanco explained that the couple had opted for a small cake tucked away at their reception instead of a massive traditional wedding cake. — Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 28 Sep. 2026

But Dallas didn’t want to risk a return for a touchdown and opted for the touchback that gave the Ravens the ball at their 35. — ABC News, 28 Sep. 2026

The Dolphins could also opt to use wide receiver Malik Washington, who finished Sunday with two carries for 5 yards, in the backfield more. — Miami Herald, 28 Sep. 2026

Along with her earrings, Erivo opted for layers of necklaces. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026

Phrases Containing opt

• opt (for)