How Do You Spell ACCEPTED?

Pronunciation: [ɐksˈɛptɪd] (IPA)

The word 'accepted' is spelled with three syllables. The first syllable is pronounced 'ak', using the sound /æ/, similar to the 'a' in 'cat'. The second syllable is pronounced 'sep', using the sound /sɛpt/. The final syllable is pronounced 'tid', using the sound /tɪd/. The word means something has been agreed to or acknowledged. It is important to spell the word correctly, as incorrect spelling can lead to misunderstandings in written communication.

ACCEPTED Meaning and Definition

  1. Accepted (adjective)

    1. Generally approved or agreed upon by a group, society, or community; commonly received without objection or dispute.

    - The accepted theory states that the universe began with a massive explosion known as the Big Bang.

    - In most Western countries, it is generally accepted that all individuals have certain human rights.

    2. Acknowledged or recognized as valid or true; established as a norm or standard.

    - The accepted practice for submitting a job application is to send a résumé and cover letter.

    - The accepted definition of success varies from person to person.

    3. Granted or received in a positive manner; recognized or admitted as genuine or authoritative.

    - The offer of promotion was gladly accepted by the hardworking employee.

    - The student received a scholarship after her academic achievements were accepted by the university.

    4. In a social context, welcomed into a group or society; embraced or integrated with open arms.

    - Despite their cultural differences, the newcomer was accepted by the local community.

    - The teenager was relieved to be accepted by his peers and find a sense of belonging.

    5. In the context of a transaction or agreement, agreeing to its terms or conditions; giving approval or consent.

    - The seller accepted the buyer's offer to purchase the house.

    - She accepted the terms and conditions before using the online service.

    In summary, "accepted" refers to something that is agreed upon, recognized as valid, received positively, integrated into a group, or approved in a transaction.

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Etymology of ACCEPTED

The word "accepted" comes from the Latin word "acceptāre", which is a combination of the prefix "ad-" meaning "to" or "towards", and the verb "capere" meaning "to take". Over time, "acceptāre" evolved into the Old French word "accepter", which later entered Middle English as "accepten". Finally, "accepten" developed into the modern English word "accepted" as we know it today.

Similar spelling words for ACCEPTED

Conjugate verb Accepted

CONDITIONAL

I would accept
we would accept
you would accept
he/she/it would accept
they would accept

FUTURE

I will accept
we will accept
you will accept
he/she/it will accept
they will accept

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have accepted
we will have accepted
you will have accepted
he/she/it will have accepted
they will have accepted

PAST

I accepted
we accepted
you accepted
he/she/it accepted
they accepted

PAST PERFECT

I had accepted
we had accepted
you had accepted
he/she/it had accepted
they had accepted

PRESENT

I accept
we accept
you accept
he/she/it accepts
they accept

PRESENT PERFECT

I have accepted
we have accepted
you have accepted
he/she/it has accepted
they have accepted
I am accepting
we are accepting
you are accepting
he/she/it is accepting
they are accepting
I was accepting
we were accepting
you were accepting
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they were accepting
I will be accepting
we will be accepting
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I have been accepting
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I would have accepted
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