Opted vs. Optioned — What's the Difference?

To make a choice or decision

The act of choosing; choice

Simple past tense and past participle of opt

The power or freedom to choose

The right, usually obtained for a fee, to buy or sell an asset within a specified time at a set price.

A contract or financial instrument granting such a right

The right to make a movie adaptation of a literary work or play

(Baseball) The right of a major-league team to transfer a player to a minor-league team while being able to recall the player within a specified period.

Something chosen or available as a choice.

An item or feature that may be chosen to replace or enhance standard equipment, as in a car.

(Football) An offensive play in which a back, usually the quarterback, decides during the play whether to run with the ball, throw a pass, or make a lateral, depending on the actions of the defense.

To acquire or grant an option on

(Baseball) To transfer (a major-league player) to a minor-league club on option.

Simple past tense and past participle of option

(in combination) Having the specified kind or number of options.