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adopts

The word “adopts” has 2 syllables: a-dopts

It's pronounced as /əˈdɑːpts/

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In the thesaurus, “adopts” has 37 synonyms and 17 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for adopts along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for adopts

Antonyms for adopts

Meanings of adopts

  • verb
    1. To take by choice into relationship (a child, heir, friend, citizen, etc.).
    2. To take or receive as one's own what is not so naturally.
    3. To select and take or approve.
    4. To win ten consecutive games against an opponent.

Example Sentences

  • The company adopts new technology to stay competitive.
  • She adopts a positive attitude in every situation.
  • The family adopts stray animals from the shelter.
  • He quickly adopts the local customs when traveling abroad.
  • The teacher adopts innovative methods to engage students.

On this page you'll find 54 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to adopts, such as: abandons, abjures, abnegates, absorbs, affects, appropriates, arrogates.

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