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
Other Word Forms
- nonacceptation noun
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
Yes, actually a drawing-room, in the most elegant acceptation of the word.
From Franz Liszt by Huneker, James
He transcended the narrow local limits of the older logographers, and was not content to repeat the traditions that had gained general acceptation through the poets.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 2 "Hearing" to "Helmond" by Various
They were neither the very poor—in the recognised acceptation of the words, though heaven knows they were poor enough—neither could they be classed amongst artisans, or mechanics.
From Christina by Moberly, L. G.
He was a man of honor, in the true acceptation of that word.
From Dealings with the Dead, Volume I (of 2) by School, A Sexton of the Old
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