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acceptance

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //əkˈsɛptəns//

KK: /ək'sɛptəns/

noun
Definition

The act of agreeing to receive or believe in something, often showing approval or support.


Example

Her acceptance of the job offer was a significant step in her career.


Conversation
Sloth A
I think acceptance is really important in friendships.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It makes everyone feel valued and understood.
Sloth A
Yeah, without that sense of acceptance, things can get awkward.
Sloth B
For sure, it helps us connect on a deeper level.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
approval
agreement
consent
Antonyms
rejection
disapproval
refusal
Root Explanation

Acceptance → It is formed from "accept" (from Latin "acceptare", meaning to take or receive) and "-ance" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating a state or quality). The word "acceptance" refers to the state or quality of receiving or taking something willingly.

Memory Tip

Think of 'taking' or 'receiving' something willingly — that's what acceptance means.

Visually Confused Words
unacceptance
reacceptance
proacceptance
preacceptance
nonacceptance
disacceptance
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