Synonyms for

Accepting

Verb / æˈkseptɪŋ / / ʌˈkseptɪŋ / Another word for accepting — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Accepting means to receive or take something that is offered or given to you.

Synonyms & similar words

livewith consent takeon takeover reject refuse assume have bear admit gofor accept take swallow receiving taking embracing adopting welcoming acknowledging approving allowing admitting tolerating bearing enduring standing sustaining swallowing

Synonyms by register

Formal

receptive amenable tolerant understanding

Informal

cool with down for okay with game

Literary

acquiescent indulgent benevolent

Antonyms

rejecting refusing denying disagreeing opposing resisting spurning

Common collocations

  • accepting of criticism
  • accepting of change
  • accepting of others
  • accepting the situation
  • accepting the proposal
  • accepting responsibility
  • accepting a gift

Word family

noun acceptance
verb accept
adjective accepting
adverb acceptingly

Usage note

While 'accepting' often implies a positive and open attitude, it can sometimes suggest a passive or resigned stance, depending on the context.

Example sentences

  1. I am accepting the job offer.
  2. The school is accepting new students.
  3. He is accepting the fact that he lost the game.
  4. She is accepting his apology.
  5. The company is accepting applications for the position.

Quotes

  • Happiness can exist only in acceptance.
  • Accepting oneself does not preclude an attempt to become better.
  • The first step toward change is awareness. The second step is acceptance.

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