opt

¹

[ opt ]

verb (used without object)

1. to make a choice; choose (usually followed by for ).

   Synonyms: elect, pick, select

verb phrase

1. to decide to make use of or take part in something:

   To receive automatic updates, opt in under the email notification section.

2. to decide to withdraw from or not take part in something:

   You can opt out of the pension plan, but you lose the employer and government contribution.

opt.

²

abbreviation for

1. optative.
2. optical.
3. optician.
4. optics.
5. optional.

opt

/ ɒpt /

verb

1. whenintr, foll by for to show preference (for) or choose (to do something) See also opt in See also opt out

Other Words From

• un·opt·ed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of opt¹

First recorded in 1875–80; from French opter “to choose, divide,” from Latin optāre “to wish for, desire, pray for, choose, select”

Word History and Origins

Origin of opt¹

C19: from French opter, from Latin optāre to choose

Example Sentences

Most operators opt to have their deep-sea subs certified - but it is not mandatory.

From BBC

For an additional $3 per month, users could opt to watch shows ad free.

From Los Angeles Times

Here’s Bluesky with no algorithmic feeds at all, just customizable timelines that people can opt into or curate themselves.

From Slate

Other economists have said they do not believe the latest figures from the ONS would spur the Bank to opt for another rate cut in December.

From BBC

"We're concerned many parents opt for more expensive products, equating higher costs with better quality for their baby," CMA chief executive Sarah Cardell said.

From BBC

Related Words

• decide
• elect
• go for
• prefer