Synonyms

accepting

American

[ak-sep-ting] / ækˈsɛp tɪŋ /

adjective

amenable; open.

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

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Derived Forms

Etymology

Origin of accepting

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

Example Sentences

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So any politician, Steyer included, who fights for inclusion rather than accepting exclusion will get my consideration.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

She attacked both for receiving large sums of money from “special interests,” especially McKinney for accepting Airbnb’s largesse.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

And accepting that joyful sorrow and sorrowful joy are the double helix of parental DNA takes time.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

Commerzbank CEO Bettina Orlopp has previously been vocal in her efforts to sway shareholders against accepting a bid, calling the approach vague and inappropriate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Stung by the criticism from her father and husband, Elizabeth Cady Stanton stopped accepting invitations to public events and once again focused her attention on her family.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling

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