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

While networks have reporters on the ground for the political event, some of the newsiest aspects of the event so far have been on GOP candidates in tight races who have opted to stay away amid the president’s sagging poll numbers. — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2026

The owner of a nearby indoor playground says families who have to lug strollers and diaper bags alongside small tots typically won’t opt for the bus over a car. — Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026

But not every Republican has opted to travel to the convention, nor is every Republican speaking at the convention facing a close election. — Joey Garrison, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026

Beginning in November, school districts can opt to add the terms to new or existing agreements without having to renegotiate their entire contracts. — Lauren Feiner, The Verge, 9 Sep. 2026

Phrases Containing opt

• opt (for)