acceptance

ac·cep·tance

noun \ik-ˈsep-tən(t)s, ak-\

Definition of ACCEPTANCE

1

: an agreeing either expressly or by conduct to the act or offer of another so that a contract is concluded and the parties become legally bound

2

: the quality or state of being accepted or acceptable

3

: the act of accepting : the fact of being accepted : approval

4

a : the act of accepting a time draft or bill of exchange for payment when due according to the specified terms b : an accepted draft or bill of exchange

5

: acceptation 2

Examples of ACCEPTANCE

1. her acceptance into the club
2. The university has sent me a letter of acceptance.
3. He delivered an acceptance speech after he was chosen as the party's presidential nominee.

First Known Use of ACCEPTANCE

1574