C1noun 3K

Adoption

🇬🇧 UK /["/əˈdɒpʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/əˈdɑːpʃn/"]/

Meaning of Adoption

the act of adopting a child; the fact of being adopted

In simple words: The act of taking something as your own, especially a child.

Adoption in a sentence

• She put the baby up for adoption.
• The number of adoptions has fallen markedly since the 1970s.
• his adoption into an American family
• They were so happy when the adoption went through successfully.
• When will the child be available for adoption?
• The widespread adoption of new information technology could save $162 billion a year.
• The committee recommended the adoption of new safety procedures.
• his adoption as the Labour candidate
• The party announced the formal adoption of George Smith as their election candidate.

How to use Adoption

Use 'adoption' in formal and neutral contexts, such as legal discussions or when speaking about families. Avoid in slang and informal speech.

Grammar pattern

adoption + of object (child, pet, etc.)

Memory hint

Think of 'adopt a son' - 'adoption' sounds like you're taking someone into your family.

Related words

Collocations with Adoption

• offer somebody for
• place somebody for
• put somebody up for
• go through
• agency
• general
• widespread
• formal
• recommend
• urge

Synonyms for Adoption

• foster care
• acceptance
• assumption
• acquisition
• integration

Opposites of Adoption

• abandonment
• rejection

Common mistakes with Adoption

• Confused with 'adaptation' - They are different concepts.
• Using 'adopt' incorrectly - Remember 'adopt' requires an object.
• Mixing up 'adoption' and 'acceptance' - They have different meanings.

Frequently asked questions about Adoption

What does Adoption mean?

The act of taking something as your own, especially a child.

What is the definition of Adoption?

the act of adopting a child; the fact of being adopted

How do you use Adoption in a sentence?

She put the baby up for adoption.

Can you give another example of Adoption?

The number of adoptions has fallen markedly since the 1970s.

What are synonyms for Adoption?

Common alternatives include foster care, acceptance, assumption, acquisition, integration.

What is the opposite of Adoption?

Opposite meanings include abandonment, rejection.

What words go with Adoption?

It commonly pairs with offer somebody for, place somebody for, put somebody up for, go through, agency, general, widespread, formal, recommend, urge.

What are common mistakes when using Adoption?

Confused with 'adaptation' - They are different concepts. Using 'adopt' incorrectly - Remember 'adopt' requires an object. Mixing up 'adoption' and 'acceptance' - They have different meanings.

How do you pronounce Adoption?

US: /["/əˈdɑːpʃn/"]/, UK: /["/əˈdɒpʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Adoption?

Use 'adoption' in formal and neutral contexts, such as legal discussions or when speaking about families. Avoid in slang and informal speech.

What CEFR level is Adoption?

"Adoption" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.