acceptance
noun
ac·cep·tance
ik-ˈsep-tən(t)s 
ak-
1
: the quality or state of being accepted or acceptable
His theories have gained widespread acceptance.
2
: the act of accepting something or someone : the fact of being accepted : approval
acceptance of responsibility
3
law
: an agreeing either expressly or by conduct to the act or offer of another so that a contract is concluded and the parties become legally bound
4
a
: the act of accepting a time draft or bill of exchange for payment when due according to the specified terms
b
: an accepted draft or bill of exchange
Examples of acceptance in a Sentence
her acceptance into the club
The university has sent me a letter of acceptance.
He delivered an acceptance speech after he was chosen as the party's presidential nominee.
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Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
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Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
But because the discrimination is targeting Jewish students and Israel, there is a sinister tolerance and acceptance of this behavior.
—Ron Morganstern, Sun Sentinel, 11 June 2025
Out at the Fair is open to all ages and is organized to support love and acceptance.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 June 2025
Improving regulatory environment: U.S. legislation and regulation of stablecoins are expected, which increases acceptance of crypto and stable value coins.
—Todd Gordon, CNBC, 10 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for acceptance
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“Acceptance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acceptance. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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acceptance
noun
ac·cep·tance
ik-ˈsep-tən(t)s
ak-
1
: the act of accepting
2
: the quality or state of being accepted or acceptable
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