adoptive
UK: əˈdɒptɪv | US: əˈdɑːptɪv
adj. relating to or involving adoption (of a child)
adj. acquired or assumed through adoption (of traits, roles, etc.)
The word "adoptive" stems from the Latin adoptare ("to choose for oneself"), combining ad- (toward) + optare (to choose). The suffix -ive (from Latin -ivus) transforms the verb "adopt" into an adjective, denoting a state or quality. Historically, it first described legal adoption (15th c.) and later extended metaphorically to traits or roles "taken on" by choice.
She has a close bond with her adoptive parents.
The team showed adoptive resilience in the face of challenges.
His adoptive country welcomed him warmly.
The novel explores themes of adoptive identity.
Adoptive families often celebrate "Gotcha Day" to mark the adoption anniversary.