Accepting: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when someone welcomes others or new ideas without judgment.

• She is very accepting of people from different backgrounds.
• The club is known for being accepting of all kinds of members.

Used when someone is willing to consider new ideas and experiences.

• Being open-minded is important when traveling to new places.
• His open-minded approach allowed him to learn from different cultures.

Used when someone is willing to listen and accept new ideas or suggestions.

• She was always receptive to feedback from her colleagues.
• The teacher was receptive to new teaching methods.

Used when someone expresses agreement or support for something specific.

• Her approving nod gave him the confidence to continue his speech.
• The approving look from his boss made him feel successful.

Used to describe an attitude or behavior of willingly acknowledging something or someone without resistance.

• She is very accepting of different cultures
• He has an accepting nature that makes everyone feel comfortable

Used when something or someone is given or sent to a person, often conveying a formal or neutral tone.

• I received your letter yesterday
• She received the award on behalf of her team

Used to describe physically grasping or acquiring something or undertaking some responsibility or action.

• Please take this book
• He decided to take the job

Used when consenting to do something or to allow something to happen, usually following a request or proposal.

• She agreed to help with the project
• They agreed to the terms and conditions