Accepts

Pronunciation: /əkˈsɛpts/

Definitions of accepts

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

Example Sentences

A1 She accepts the gift graciously.

A2 He accepts the job offer without hesitation.

B1 The company accepts returns within 30 days of purchase.

B2 The university accepts students from all over the world.

C1 The committee accepts the proposal with some modifications.

C2 The artist only accepts commissions for custom artwork.

Examples of accepts in a Sentence

formal The university accepts applications from students around the world.

informal She accepts the fact that she needs to work harder to achieve her goals.

slang He finally accepts that he messed up big time.

figurative The artist accepts criticism as a way to grow and improve.

Grammatical Forms of accepts

• past tense: accepted
• plural: accepts
• comparative: more accepting
• superlative: most accepting
• present tense: accepts
• future tense: will accept
• perfect tense: has accepted
• continuous tense: is accepting
• singular: accept
• positive degree: accepts
• infinitive: to accept
• gerund: accepting
• participle: accepted

Origin and Evolution of accepts

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'accepts' originated from the Latin word 'acceptare', which is derived from the verb 'accipere' meaning 'to receive'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'accepts' has retained its original meaning of receiving or approving something, but has also evolved to encompass the idea of acknowledging or agreeing to something.