Acceptingly: meaning, definitions and examples

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acceptingly

 

[ əkˈseptɪŋli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a accepting manner

In a way that shows a willingness to accept, approve, or agree with something.

Synonyms

agreeably, approvingly, favorably.

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Word Description / Examples
acceptingly

Used when someone receives something or someone's actions without opposition or complaint. It conveys a sense of acquiescence.

  • She nodded acceptingly when asked to help with the project
approvingly

Used when someone shows approval, often through an expression or gesture, of a person's actions or decisions. It implies endorsement or support.

  • He smiled approvingly as his daughter played the piano beautifully
agreeably

Used when someone complies in a pleasant or pleasing manner, often implying that they find the situation enjoyable or satisfactory.

  • They chatted agreeably over dinner, enjoying each other's company
favorably

Used when indicating a positive perspective or approval, often when evaluating or judging a situation, offer, or outcome.

  • The committee reviewed the proposal favorably and decided to go ahead with the project

Examples of usage

  • She nodded acceptingly.
  • He smiled acceptingly at the offer.

Translations

Translations of the word "acceptingly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 de forma aceitável

🇮🇳 स्वीकार करते हुए

🇩🇪 akzeptierend

🇮🇩 dengan penerimaan

🇺🇦 схвально

🇵🇱 z akceptacją

🇯🇵 受け入れて

🇫🇷 de manière acceptable

🇪🇸 aceptando

🇹🇷 kabul ederek

🇰🇷 수용적으로

🇸🇦 بقبول

🇨🇿 akceptačně

🇸🇰 prijateľne

🇨🇳 接受地

🇸🇮 sprejemljivo

🇮🇸 með samþykki

🇰🇿 қабылдаушы

🇬🇪 მიღებით

🇦🇿 qəbul edərək

🇲🇽 aceptando

Etymology

The word 'acceptingly' is derived from the verb 'accept', which comes from the Latin word 'acceptare', meaning 'to take or receive willingly'. The adverb form 'acceptingly' is used to describe the manner in which someone accepts, approves, or agrees with something. It has been in use in the English language for quite some time, often appearing in literature and formal writing.

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