Words / B1

uhk-SEPT/əkˈsept/

Accept means take what is offered, or agree that something is true. Accept a job; accept that you were wrong. Except is a preposition meaning “not including” — a classic spelling trap. Agree is about matching opinions; accept can be reluctant. Acceptance is the noun. Acceptable means good enough.

Meaning

To take something that is offered, or to agree that something is true.

Examples

• “She accepted the job offer.”
• “They accepted the invitation with thanks.”
• “I cannot accept this excuse.”

Good to know

accept + noun / accept that. Spelling trap: except. Noun: acceptance.

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