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Adoptive: meaning, definitions and examples

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adoptive

 

[ ษ™หˆdษ’ptษชv ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

family relation

The term 'adoptive' refers to relationships that are formed through the legal process of adoption, as opposed to biological ties. It encompasses the connection between adoptive parents and their adopted children. Adoptive families can provide loving and supportive environments for children who may not have suitable circumstances with their biological families. This term emphasizes the chosen nature of the relationship, highlighting that family can be formed through bonds beyond blood ties.

Synonyms

assumed, chosen, legal

Examples of usage

  • She has strong adoptive parents who love her.
  • The adoptive process can be lengthy and emotional.
  • He is proud of his adoptive family and their support.

Translations

Translations of the word "adoptive" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น adoptivo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅƒเคนเคฟเคฃเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช adoptiv

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ adoptif

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัƒัะธะฝะพะฒะปะตะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ adopcyjny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้คŠๅญใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท adoptif

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ adoptivo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท evlat edinilmiลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ž…์–‘๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชูŽุจู†ู‘ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ adoptivnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ adoptรญvny

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ”ถๅ…ป็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ posvojen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fรณstur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะฑั‹ะปะดะฐะฝา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒ“แƒแƒ–แƒฆแƒ•แƒ”แƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ adoptiya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ adoptivo

Word origin

The word 'adoptive' is derived from the Latin verb 'adoptare', which means 'to choose for oneself' or 'to take as one's own'. Over time, this Latin root evolved into the Anglo-French term 'adopter' before making its way into Middle English as 'adopt', with the adjective form 'adoptive' emerging in the 15th century. Historically, adoption practices can be traced back to ancient civilizations, where heirship and lineage were critical societal concerns. The concept of chosen familial bonds has been significant throughout history, allowing individuals to form family units based on love and care rather than just biological connections. As societies evolved, so did the legal frameworks surrounding adoption, emphasizing the importance of the adoptive relationship in contemporary culture.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,604, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.