Adoptive: meaning, definitions and examples
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ
adoptive
[ ษหdษptษชv ]
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
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:
๐ต๐น adoptivo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคนเคฟเคฃเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช adoptiv
๐ฎ๐ฉ adoptif
๐บ๐ฆ ััะธะฝะพะฒะปะตะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ adopcyjny
๐ฏ๐ต ้คๅญใฎ
๐ซ๐ท adoptif
๐ช๐ธ adoptivo
๐น๐ท evlat edinilmiล
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ์๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ุชูุจููู
๐จ๐ฟ adoptivnรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ adoptรญvny
๐จ๐ณ ๆถๅ ป็
๐ธ๐ฎ posvojen
๐ฎ๐ธ fรณstur
๐ฐ๐ฟ าะฐะฑัะปะดะฐะฝาะฐะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแแแแฆแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ adoptiya
๐ฒ๐ฝ adoptivo
Etymology
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.
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- 15603 chronicles
- 15604 adoptive
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- 15606 tutors
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