Synonyms

accepting

American

[ak-sep-ting] / ækˈsɛp tɪŋ /

adjective

amenable; open.

She was always more accepting of coaching suggestions than her teammates.

Other Word Forms

acceptingly adverb
acceptingness noun

Etymology

Origin of accepting

First recorded in 1570–80; accept + -ing ²

Example Sentences

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Despite this, the industry "is leaning toward accepting" AI "because, in any case, we have no choice".

From Barron's

It’s as preposterous as—and far more dangerous than—a state rejecting the dollar and accepting only bitcoin, guilders or paper clips as its currency.

From The Wall Street Journal

It comes in exchange for Indonesia opening up its markets to American products, such as by accepting US standards on car safety, emissions, medical devices and pharmaceuticals, said the White House.

From BBC

The Navy will handle some functions, including inspecting and accepting the completed ships, the service spokesperson said.

From The Wall Street Journal

“The district is accepting additional measured risk — fiscal risk ... for the sake of protecting people, positions, workforce members.”

From Los Angeles Times

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