accept

/ækˈsɛpt/
verb
  1. To agree to take something that is offered or given.
    • He accepted the gift with a warm smile.
    • She decided to accept the job offer in New York.
    • The charity will accept donations of food and clothing.
  2. To believe that something is true or valid.
    • It took her a while to accept the fact that she had made a mistake.
    • Scientists now accept that climate change is caused by human activity.
    • The court accepted his testimony as evidence.
  3. To allow someone to join a group or become part of something.
    • The club accepts new members every January.
    • He was finally accepted by his peers after proving himself.
    • The university accepted her application for the fall semester.
  4. To tolerate or endure a difficult situation without complaint.
    • She learned to accept the long commute as part of her daily routine.
    • He accepted the loss gracefully and moved on.
    • We must accept the consequences of our actions.
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