acceptation
Americannoun
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the usual or accepted meaning of a word, phrase, etc.
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favorable regard; approval.
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belief; acceptance as true or valid.
noun
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Etymology
Origin of acceptation
1400–50; late Middle English < Middle French. See accept, -ation
Example Sentences
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In the general acceptation of the term, that implies a criminal accusation by the government.
From Time Magazine Archive
This was not by cunning or intrigue, in the low acceptation of the term, but by far-seeing reason and discernment.
From Abraham Lincoln, Volume 2 (of 2) The True Story of a Great Life by Herndon, William H.
The change in Isadore had been more concrete than the acceptation of a new outlook on life.
From Comrade Yetta by Edwards, Albert
Personal ambition, which, in Mr. Bright's eyes, is something despicable, and which Mr. Gladstone probably regards as a sin, is, in Disraeli's acceptation, something generous and elevating, something to be fostered and encouraged.
From Modern Leaders: Being a Series of Biographical Sketches by McCarthy, Justin
Such, however, in its most usual acceptation, Madame Swetchine never was: she never mingled in the light brilliant world; but she did form the centre of attraction to a large circle she had her salon.
From The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine by Rameur, E.
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