option synonyms

option

n.

  1. Something that can be chosen

    choice, alternative, possibility, opportunity, prospect, substitute, special feature, added feature, elective, recourse, way out, loophole.

  2. A privilege to purchase

    right, prerogative, grant, claim, lien, license, lease, franchise, advantage, security, immunity, benefit, title, prior claim, dibs*.

  3. The power or act of choosing

    choice, selection, decision; see choice 1, choosing. See syn. study at choice.

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