ACCEPTED Meaning and
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Accepted (adjective)
1. Generally approved or agreed upon by a group, society, or community; commonly received without objection or dispute.
- The accepted theory states that the universe began with a massive explosion known as the Big Bang.
- In most Western countries, it is generally accepted that all individuals have certain human rights.
2. Acknowledged or recognized as valid or true; established as a norm or standard.
- The accepted practice for submitting a job application is to send a résumé and cover letter.
- The accepted definition of success varies from person to person.
3. Granted or received in a positive manner; recognized or admitted as genuine or authoritative.
- The offer of promotion was gladly accepted by the hardworking employee.
- The student received a scholarship after her academic achievements were accepted by the university.
4. In a social context, welcomed into a group or society; embraced or integrated with open arms.
- Despite their cultural differences, the newcomer was accepted by the local community.
- The teenager was relieved to be accepted by his peers and find a sense of belonging.
5. In the context of a transaction or agreement, agreeing to its terms or conditions; giving approval or consent.
- The seller accepted the buyer's offer to purchase the house.
- She accepted the terms and conditions before using the online service.
In summary, "accepted" refers to something that is agreed upon, recognized as valid, received positively, integrated into a group, or approved in a transaction.
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Etymology of ACCEPTED
The word "accepted" comes from the Latin word "acceptāre", which is a combination of the prefix "ad-" meaning "to" or "towards", and the verb "capere" meaning "to take". Over time, "acceptāre" evolved into the Old French word "accepter", which later entered Middle English as "accepten". Finally, "accepten" developed into the modern English word "accepted" as we know it today.
Similar spelling words for ACCEPTED
- acceptably,
- acceptable,
- acceptation,
- accept,
- acceptant,
- acceptor,
- accepting,
- Acebedo,
- acceptance,
- acevedo,
- acceptive.
Conjugate verb Accepted
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