Dictionary Check: adopt

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"adopt" is a valid word!

Scrabble 8 points

Words with Friends 9 points

verb

choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans

Example: "She followed the feminist movement"

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verb

take up and practice as one's own

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verb

take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities

Example: "When will the new President assume office?"

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verb

take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect

Example: "His voice took on a sad tone"

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take into one's family

Example: "They adopted two children from Nicaragua"

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put into dramatic form

Example: "adopt a book for a screenplay"

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