as in event
a social gathering
a wedding reception
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of reception
The reception on the play was made by the Bulls’ Keshaun Singleton, a starting wide receiver who was lined up out wide.
—
Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 4 Sep. 2025
China is hosting a reception following the parade, and an evening gala.
—Evelyn Cheng,anniek Bao, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
The theatrical division has produced several Broadway titles, which also include Frozen, which did not return to Broadway after the pandemic amid lukewarm reception, The Little Mermaid, Tarzan, as well as the cult classic Aida, and the surprise hit Newsies.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
The emotional reception at the premiere would appear to back this up.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 3 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for reception
Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 4 Sep. 2025
China is hosting a reception following the parade, and an evening gala.
—Evelyn Cheng,anniek Bao, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
The theatrical division has produced several Broadway titles, which also include Frozen, which did not return to Broadway after the pandemic amid lukewarm reception, The Little Mermaid, Tarzan, as well as the cult classic Aida, and the surprise hit Newsies.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
The emotional reception at the premiere would appear to back this up.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 3 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for reception
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reception
Noun
-
In her most recent outing, which served as the co-main event of UFC 315 in May of this year, Shevchenko successfully defended her title for the first time in her second reign with a unanimous decision win over Manon Fiorot.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
4 Sep. 2025
-
The mission of those events is to get the truck in front of people who are interested in it, those who are already reservation holders and to introduce the company and truck to people who have never heard of Slate.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
Many of the amendments are likely to spark infighting among Republicans as the party battles over whether to become more isolationist in the face of skepticism about assisting foreign countries.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Sep. 2025
-
Investigators said that parties involved in the argument were leaving the indoor amusement park when Reed assaulted an employee, unprovoked, while making his way outside.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
The charity, which Harry has been a patron of since 2007, is holding its celebration evening honoring young people who live with challenging and life-limiting conditions and marking the contributions of those who look after them, from parents to nursing staff and carers.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
-
The famous golf swing celebration isn’t out of place either.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
The designer, who turned 76 on June 27, is known for her lavish birthday bashes.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
-
But after her father posted online about all the leftover food, thousands showed up in the pouring rain for an unforgettable all-night bash.—
Daniel Wine,
CNN Money,
3 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Reception.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reception. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share