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Adopt /əˈdɒpt/

The meaning and definition of Adopt, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb
  1. To take by choice into relationship (a child, heir, friend, citizen, etc.)
  2. To take or receive as one's own what is not so naturally.
    “He adopted a new look in order to fit in with his new workmates.”

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