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- pronunciation:
- ap
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- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the right, power, or freedom to choose.
She has the option to work at home or at the office.- synonyms:
- choice, discretion, volition
- similar words:
- druthers, free will, freedom
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| definition 2: |
something that is or may be chosen, often from several possibilities.
The menu offers three options for dessert.
- synonyms:
- alternative, choice
- antonyms:
- requisite
- similar words:
- pick, possibility
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| definition 3: |
the act of making a choice.
His option to quit his job and travel around the world came as a surprise to his friends and family.- synonyms:
- choice, election, selection
- similar words:
- decision, pick, volition, will
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| definition 4: |
a right, usu. purchased, to buy or sell something such as real estate, securities, or precious metals, at a specified price within a specified time period.
- similar words:
- future, stock option
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| related words: |
choice, discretion, elective, extra, feature, pleasure, prerogative, will |
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