Meaning of the word adopt in English

What does adopt mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

adopt

US /əˈdɑːpt/

UK /əˈdɒpt/

take (a child) into one's family by legal means and raise it as one's own

Example:

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They decided to adopt a child from the orphanage.

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Many families choose to adopt pets from shelters.

Synonym:

foster take in take on embrace

choose to take up, follow, or use (a new method, idea, or course of action)

Example:

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The company decided to adopt a new marketing strategy.

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He chose to adopt a healthier lifestyle.

Synonym:

embrace take on assume take up implement

Related Word:

adoption adoptive early adopter