单词 | option |
释义 | option option /ˈɒp.ʃən/ aep /ˈɑːp-/ noun B1 [C or U] one thing that can be chosen from a set of possibilities, or the freedom to make a choice: » The best option would be to cancel the trip altogether.» There are various options open to someone who is willing to work hard.» They didn't leave him much option - either he paid or they'd beat him up.Thesaurus+: ↑Taking and choosingF0 [C] SPECIALIZED the right to buy something in the future: » a share option» The publishers decided not to take up their option on the paperback version.Thesaurus+: ↑Financial investments and the stock markethave no option (but to do something)C1 to have to do a particular thing because there is no possibility of doing anything else: » After her appalling behaviour, we had no option but to dismiss her.Thesaurus+: ↑Lack of freedom to actWord Builder:–Nouns: option–Adjectives: optional–Verbs: opt• • • Extra Examples:» I think we should go for the safest option.» They're considering separation as an option.» Whichever option we choose there'll be disadvantages.» The committee decided in favour of the cheapest option.» The government has few options except to keep interest rates high. |
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