Adopt Definition & Meaning
adopt
- verb
- choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans; "She followed the feminist movement"; "The candidate espouses Republican ideals"
- take up and practice as one's own
- take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities; "When will the new President assume office?"
- take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect; "His voice took on a sad tone"; "The story took a new turn"; "he adopted an air of superiority"; "She assumed strange manners"; "The gods assume human or animal form in these fables"
- take into one's family; "They adopted two children from Nicaragua"
- put into dramatic form; "adopt a book for a screenplay"
- take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own; "She embraced Catholicism"; "They adopted the Jewish faith"
"Adopt" in song lyrics
See how adopt is used in real songs:
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"Kill the kids too little, too big to adopt"
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"couples that help financially other couples to adopt"
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"christian musicians helping others to adopt"
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Words that rhyme with adopt
Usage tips for "adopt"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "adopt" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for adopt to find words that pair well.