accepted
/əkˈsɛptɪd/
adjective
- Generally agreed to be true, correct, or valid.
- In many cultures, it is accepted that guests should bring a small gift.
- Her theory became widely accepted after years of research.
- It is an accepted fact that the Earth orbits the Sun.
- Regarded as normal or usual; not questioned.
- Wearing a suit to the office is the accepted practice here.
- His behavior was not accepted by the group, so he felt left out.
- There is no accepted way to apologize in every situation.
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verb
- Past tense and past participle of accept: to receive something willingly or agree to something.
- They accepted the invitation to the wedding.
- She accepted the job offer without hesitation.
- He accepted the award on behalf of his team.