adoption

Definitions

The legal process of taking a child of other parents as one's own.

The act of choosing to take up, follow, or use a particular course of action, idea, or technology.

The formal acceptance or approval of a report, proposal, or constitution.

Examples

The adoption of new technology has significantly improved our workflow efficiency.

After years of consideration, the couple decided to pursue the adoption of a child.

Widespread adoption of renewable energy sources is essential for combating climate change.

Synonyms

acceptance embracement approval ratification endorsement assumption selection

Antonyms

rejection refusal repudiation renunciation abandonment disapproval dismissal