Grade 5

adopted

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(a-dopt-ed) 3 syllables

Definition

adjective. taken as one's own child by legal means.

Example Sentence

We adopted a puppy.

More Example Sentences

Many families have adopted children.

Synonyms

chosen; accepted; embraced

Antonyms

abandoned; rejected; neglected

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Rhymes

  • opted

  • adopted
  • co-opted
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