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readopt Antonyms

Opposite of readopt

Because the opposite of readopt shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To adopt again; to take up, embrace, or enact a previously abandoned policy, practice, or idea once more.

Usage Example

"Following the review, the school board voted to abandon the traditional grading scale for the upcoming academic year."

Strongest
abandon
Strong
repeal
discard
reject
drop

• verb (Context 2)

To legally adopt a child or pet a second time (such as in a domestic court after an international adoption, or following a temporary termination of parental rights).

Usage Example

"Many families choose to relinquish their children in state court to obtain a domestic birth certificate."

Strongest
relinquish
Strong
surrender

Similar words to readopt

Words similar to readopt shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

reinstate
reintroduce
reenact
resume
restore
revive
See all synonyms of readopt

• Nearby Words

readmission
readmit
readmittance
readopt
readout
ready
readymade

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Readopt. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/readopt
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