Opt
To make a choice or decide on something, often after consideration; to prefer and act on a particular option.
verbOpt
To make a choice or decide on something, often after consideration; to prefer and act on a particular option.
verbImagine This
Imagine standing at a fork in a path with several signs. You weigh your options, and you opt for the sunny trail that leads to the destination you want.
Sounds Like
Phonetic: /ɒpt/ (short o, as in 'lot') with a final 't
Looks Like
option
Remember This
Opt is commonly used with for, to, or in phrasal forms like opt for, opt to, opt in, and opt out. It conveys a deliberate choice rather than a casual preference.
Other Forms
Connect With
choose, select, decide on, pick, elect
Note
Opt is a verb. It does not mean 'to optimize' (that would be 'optimize' or 'optimize'). Also note the common phrasal forms: opt for, opt to, opt in, and opt out.