单词 | acceptance |
释义 | acceptance acceptance /əkˈsep.təns/ noun [U] F0 general agreement that something is satisfactory or right, or that someone should be included in a group: » The idea rapidly gained acceptance (= became approved of) in political circles.» The party marked his acceptance into the community.Thesaurus+: ↑Accepting and agreeing , ↑Accepting and agreeing reluctantly , ↑Approving and approvalC1 the act of agreeing to an offer, plan, or invitation: » Her acceptance of the award was very controversial.» an acceptance speechThesaurus+: ↑Getting, receiving and accepting , ↑Capturing or taking possession of thingsF0 the fact of accepting a difficult or unpleasant situation: » His attitude to his children's behaviour is one of resigned acceptance.Thesaurus+: ↑Accepting and agreeing reluctantly , ↑Accepting and agreeing , ↑Approving and approvalWord Builder:–Nouns: acceptance–Adjectives: acceptable, unacceptable, accepted–Verbs: accept–Adverbs: unacceptably• • • Extra Examples:» Staff objected at first, but Angela's ideas have now found general acceptance in the office.» Surely such a horrible idea could never gain acceptance here?» The union's strike plans met with little acceptance at the meeting.» Our aim is to provide a place where disturbed young people can find acceptance and understanding.» We've seen widespread acceptance of our recycling scheme, which is very pleasing. |
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