Synonyms for

Acceptance

Verb / æˈkseptʌns / / ʌˈkseptʌns / Another word for acceptance — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Acceptance is the act of agreeing to or receiving something that is offered or given.

Synonyms & similar words

rejection acceptation adoption sufferance toleration espousal credence bankersacceptance approval consent adoption agreement acknowledgment belief endorsement favor permission sanction acquiescence assent compliance concurrence confirmation okay ratification receiving recognition tolerance

Synonyms by register

Formal

acknowledgment endorsement sanction ratification

Informal

going along with okaying giving the nod

Literary

acquiescence assent compliance

Antonyms

rejection denial refusal disagreement opposition resistance disapproval

Common collocations

  • acceptance speech
  • acceptance letter
  • acceptance rate
  • mutual acceptance
  • full acceptance
  • conditional acceptance
  • social acceptance
  • patient acceptance

Word family

noun acceptance
verb accept
adjective acceptable
adverb acceptably

Usage note

Acceptance often implies a willing agreement or a positive reception. It can be formal (e.g., acceptance of a proposal) or informal (e.g., acceptance of a gift).

Example sentences

  1. Her acceptance of the invitation made her best friend very happy.
  2. The athlete's acceptance speech was heartfelt and emotional.
  3. The company's acceptance of the new policy was met with mixed reactions from employees.
  4. The teacher's acceptance of the student's apology allowed them to move on from the incident.
  5. The offer for the job was contingent on the candidate's acceptance of the terms.

Quotes

  • The greatest gift that you can give to others is the gift of unconditional love and acceptance.
  • The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance.
  • The first step toward change is awareness. The second step is acceptance.

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