Reception

Pronunciation: /rɪˈsɛpʃən/

Definitions of reception

noun The action or process of receiving something

Example Sentences

A1 The hotel receptionist greeted me with a smile.

A2 I had a warm reception from my new colleagues on my first day of work.

B1 The reception of the new product was overwhelmingly positive.

B2 The artist's latest exhibition had a mixed reception from critics.

C1 The reception of the novel by literary scholars was highly favorable.

C2 The president received a standing ovation at the reception following his speech.

Examples of reception in a Sentence

formal The reception for the new CEO was held in the grand ballroom of the hotel.

informal The reception for the new teacher was a casual gathering in the school cafeteria.

slang The reception for the party was lit, everyone had a great time.

figurative The novel received a mixed reception from critics and readers alike.

Grammatical Forms of reception

• past tense: received
• plural: receptions
• comparative: more reception
• superlative: most reception
• present tense: receive
• future tense: will receive
• perfect tense: have received
• continuous tense: is receiving
• singular: reception
• positive degree: receptive
• infinitive: to receive
• gerund: receiving
• participle: received

Origin and Evolution of reception

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'reception' originated from the Latin word 'receptio', which means a receiving or welcoming.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the act of receiving or welcoming someone, the word 'reception' has evolved to also include the concept of a social gathering or event where guests are received and entertained.