Definition

Something that is widely recognized, approved, or used by many people.

Example

The new policy was accepted by the majority of the staff.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new method for studying languages?

Yeah, I read it's becoming quite accepted among learners.

It seems like a great approach, especially for beginners.

Definitely! It’s nice to see new ideas being accepted in education.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Accepted → It is formed from "accept" (from Latin "acceptare", meaning to take or receive) and "-ed" (a suffix indicating the past tense). The word "accepted" means that something has been taken or received in the past, often implying approval or agreement.

Memory Tip

Think of 'taking' or 'receiving' something positively — that's what 'accepted' means, as it indicates that something was taken in a favorable way.

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