Opt Definition & Meaning

Definition

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Synonyms opted American [op-tid] / ˈɒp tɪd /

verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of opt.

Other Word Forms

• unopted adjective

Etymology

Origin of opted

opt + -ed 1

Example Sentences

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Over the next few decades, the secret agent opted for the security of running atop moving trains and hanging off the side of helicopters.

From The Wall Street Journal

But counterintuitively, there were some conservative Republicans like California Gov. Ronald Reagan who also opted for gun control.

From Salon

Instead, he opted for a residency in Puerto Rico that boosted the island's economy by millions.

From BBC

Steve Borthwick had been appointed as head coach with just nine months to prepare for a Rugby World Cup and opted for a failsafe approach: kick high, long and often, and limit mistakes.

From BBC

In the end he opted for the challenge of reviving City's fortunes.

From BBC

Related Words

• appointed

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