adopt vs embrace

embrace vs adopt

adopt is not a noun while embrace is a noun.

adopt and embrace both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
adopt	No	No	Yes	No
embrace	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, adopt and embrace are synonyms defined as:

adopt and embrace: take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own

Other synonyms of adopt include espouse, sweep up.

adopt (noun)	embrace (noun)
	the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)
	a close affectionate and protective acceptance
	the state of taking in or encircling

adopt (verb)	embrace (verb)
take into one's family	take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own
take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect	hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness
take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own	include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
put into dramatic form
take up and practice as one's own
choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans
take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities

Difference between adopt and embrace

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