Unaccepted: meaning, definitions and examples
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unaccepted
[ ˌʌnəkˈsɛptɪd ]
not approved
not agreed to or approved by someone
Synonyms
disapproved, rejected, unapproved.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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unaccepted |
Same as the first 'unaccepted', indicating something that is not received or taken. It is less common and usually found in less formal contexts.
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rejected |
Used when something is explicitly refused or turned down, often formally or with a clear decision. It can carry a negative connotation.
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disapproved |
Indicates formal or general disagreement or non-approval, often with an implied negative judgment.
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unapproved |
Refers to something that has not received formal approval or official acceptance, often suggesting lack of endorsement.
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Examples of usage
- It was an unaccepted proposal.
- The unaccepted terms of the contract led to negotiations.
not welcomed
not welcomed or acknowledged by someone
Synonyms
ignored, unacknowledged, unwelcomed.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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unaccepted |
Used in situations where something or someone is not approved, recognized, or received by others. It often carries a formal or official tone.
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unwelcomed |
Applicable when someone or something is not greeted or received with pleasure or enthusiasm. It often implies a feeling of being unwanted or intruding.
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ignored |
Appropriate when someone or something is deliberately not noticed or given attention. It can carry a negative connotation of neglect or rejection.
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unacknowledged |
Used when something or someone is not recognized or given proper credit. It implies a lack of recognition or praise.
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Examples of usage
- His unaccepted apology left her feeling hurt.
- The unaccepted gift was returned to the sender.
Translations
Translations of the word "unaccepted" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não aceito
🇮🇳 स्वीकार नहीं किया गया
🇩🇪 nicht akzeptiert
🇮🇩 tidak diterima
🇺🇦 неприйнятий
🇵🇱 niezaakceptowany
🇯🇵 受け入れられない
🇫🇷 non accepté
🇪🇸 no aceptado
🇹🇷 kabul edilmedi
🇰🇷 수락되지 않음
🇸🇦 غير مقبول
🇨🇿 nepřijatý
🇸🇰 neprijatý
🇨🇳 未被接受
🇸🇮 nesprejeto
🇮🇸 ekki samþykkt
🇰🇿 қабылданбаған
🇬🇪 არ მიღებული
🇦🇿 qəbul olunmayan
🇲🇽 no aceptado
Etymology
The word 'unaccepted' originated from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'accepted' which comes from the Latin word 'acceptare', meaning 'to take or receive willingly'. The term has been in use in English since the 15th century.
See also: accept, acceptability, acceptable, acceptably, acceptance, accepted, accepting, acceptingly, unacceptable, unacceptably.