acceptance
/ækˈsɛptəns/Definitions
1. noun
The state of being accepted; the act of accepting something or someone.
“Her acceptance into the prestigious university was a dream come true.”
2. noun
Something that is accepted, such as a payment or a gift.
“The acceptance of the payment was confirmed by email.”
3. noun
A feeling of acceptance or approval, often referring to a person’s sense of belonging or self-acceptance.
“She found a sense of acceptance and belonging in the community.”
4. noun
The act of accepting something as true or valid, such as a fact or an argument.
“The court’s acceptance of the evidence led to the conviction.”
5. noun
The state of being accepted or recognized, such as a country’s acceptance into an international organization.
“The country’s acceptance into the international community was a major achievement.”
6. verb
To receive or take something, often with gratitude or approval.
“She accepted the gift with a smile.”
7. verb
To agree or consent to something, such as a proposal or an idea.
“He accepted the proposal and started working on the project.”
8. verb
To recognize or acknowledge something, such as a fact or a situation.
“The company accepted responsibility for the mistake.”
9. verb
To take something, often in a more formal or official sense, such as a payment or a delivery.
“The store accepted the payment and handed over the goods.”
10. verb
To receive or take something, often with a sense of obligation or duty.
“She accepted the challenge and started training.”