accepting
Pronunciation: [əkˈsɛptɪŋ]
Word
Context: "agreeing to receive"
(verb) to agree to take something or believe in something. It’s like when someone offers you a toy, and you say yes because you want it.
Example
She is accepting the gift graciously.
Example
He is not accepting help, even though he really needs it.
Example
Are you accepting my invitation to the party?
Context: "tolerance"
(verb) to be okay with something and not getting upset about it. It's like when you see someone is different, and you are fine with that.
Example
They are accepting of different cultures in their community.
Example
She is not accepting of people who have different opinions.
Example
Is he accepting of the new rules at school?
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