acceptance
/əkˈseptəns/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #3402 in the learning path
接受；同意
Definitions
n. The act of agreeing to receive or do something offered.
接受；同意
n. Willingness to welcome someone or regard something as suitable.
接纳；认可
n. Recognition that a situation is real and must be faced.
接受现实；认同事实
Example
Her acceptance of the invitation made us all smile.
她接受了邀请，我们都露出了笑容。
Public acceptance of renewable energy projects often increases when local communities share in the economic benefits.
当当地社区能够分享经济收益时，公众对可再生能源项目的认可度往往会提高。
Collocations
- acceptance of an offer
- gain acceptance
- widespread acceptance
- social acceptance
Word family
- accept (v.)
- acceptable (adj.)
- unacceptable (adj.)
Synonyms
- approval
- recognition
Antonyms
- rejection
Usage tip
通常不可数；acceptance of后接接受的事物。
FAQ
- What does acceptance mean?
- The act of agreeing to receive or do something offered. Willingness to welcome someone or regard something as suitable. Recognition that a situation is real and must be faced.
- How is acceptance pronounced?
- UK /əkˈseptəns/, US /əkˈseptəns/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
