Accepted: meaning, definitions and examples

The word 'accepted' comes from the verb 'accept', which in turn comes from the Latin word 'acceptare', meaning 'to take or receive willingly'. The concept of acceptance has been an important part of human interaction and communication throughout history, with the idea of something being 'accepted' indicating a general approval or agreement within a particular context.

See also: accept, acceptability, acceptable, acceptably, acceptance, accepting, acceptingly, unacceptable, unacceptably, unaccepted.

Positioned at #1,033, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.

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• 1032 responsible
• 1033 accepted
• 1034 corporation
• 1035 changed
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