adopts

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans
  2. verb take up and practice as one's own
  3. verb take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities

Synonyms

adopt, follow, espouse

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