adopt
/əˈdɑpt/
verb
- To legally take another person's child into your own family and raise them as your own.
- She adopted two siblings so they could stay together.
- They decided to adopt a baby from the local agency.
- After years of trying, the couple was finally able to adopt.
- To start using or following something, such as a method, idea, or style.
- Many schools have adopted a more flexible approach to teaching.
- The company decided to adopt a new policy for remote work.
- He adopted a healthier diet after his doctor's advice.
- To formally accept or approve something, such as a resolution or report.
- The board will adopt the annual report at the next meeting.
- The United Nations adopted a resolution on climate change.
- The committee voted to adopt the new budget proposal.
- To take on or assume a particular attitude, expression, or role.
- The actor adopted a British accent for the movie role.
- She adopted a serious tone when discussing the problem.
- He adopted the role of mediator during the argument.