acceptance

//əkˈsɛptəns//
B2Frequency Level 8Neutral
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Noun

acceptanceSingular
acceptancesPlural
1

The act of receiving or agreeing to something offered or presented

Her acceptance of the job offer was immediate.

2

The state of being accepted or approved; favorable reception

The new policy gained acceptance among the employees.

3

The willingness to tolerate or acknowledge a difficult or unpleasant situation or reality

Acceptance of the situation was the first step toward healing.

4

Agreement to meet a draft or bill of exchange when it becomes due (commercial/legal context)

The bank's acceptance of the bill of exchange guaranteed payment on the due date.