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

Many guests also opted to spend time in Sofia on the front or backend of the trip, or extra days in Varna, for which the couple provided recommendations of hotels, restaurants, and activities in both cities. — Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026

While the numbers at the negotiating table never were disclosed, Beltran opted for a three-year, $45 million deal with the Yankees. — Vahe Gregorian july 29, Kansas City Star, 29 July 2026

Ultimately, the person opted to include the photo – something Lenain sees as a progression toward embracing their full self. — Michael-Oliver Harding, CNN Money, 28 July 2026

In that contest, however, Buckner aggravated his neck injury and eventually opted to undergo season-ending surgery. — James Boyd, New York Times, 28 July 2026

Phrases Containing opt

• opt (for)