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Definition adopt in British English

adopt verb

verb
/əˈdɒpt/
Example

He decided to adopt a more radical approach to the problem.

Synonyms and related words
implement go through with carry through
Example

Parliament unanimously adopted the committee's proposals.

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abstain adopt blackball
1.2

to start using a particular way of speaking, thinking, or behaving that is not the one you usually use

Example

When questioned, he adopted a very aggressive attitude.

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repurpose go towards bring in
1.3

to start using a new name or title for yourself

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name call christen
2

to take someone else's child into your family and legally make him or her your own child

Example

The couple are hoping to adopt a baby girl.

Example

He was 18 when he found out he had been adopted.

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adopt adopted adopter
3

to choose a country to live in as your home

Example

She has adopted Japan as her home.

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move out relocate emigrate
4

to choose someone to represent your political party in an election

Example

Kelly was adopted as the candidate for Bolton West.

Synonyms and related words
abstain adopt blackball
Definition adopt in British English