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 organizers opted for a Wednesday schedule at the Village because many of its vendors have other market commitments on Sundays. — Teresa Liu, Daily News, 19 Aug. 2026

The company has spent years since its 2024 launch serving almost as a response to AI generation companies like Suno and Udio, opting against music generation and instead for a fan and social-focused approach to licensed music. — Corbin Bolies, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026

While Dwayne rocked a black tuxedo jacket — the back of which included ribbons arranged to look like a spinal cord — with a matching pleated skirt, Hashian opted for a white halter gown with a stitched design. — Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026

However, in that case the City Council opted to uphold its contract. — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 19 Aug. 2026

Phrases Containing opt

• opt (for)