accepting

[ ak-sep-ting ]

adjective

1. amenable; open:

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

Other Words From

• ac·cepting·ly adverb
• ac·cepting·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of accepting¹

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

Example Sentences

Consumers might also have to readjust in terms of accepting that artificially low prices won't be viable for some products.

From Salon

This, he said using a variety of R-rated language, was a team simply accepting the gift handed to them.

From Los Angeles Times

The authors stress the importance of protecting and maintaining natural carbon sinks while accepting that doing so cannot compensate for ongoing fossil fuel use.

From Science Daily

“Working with him was a casting director’s dream because he was so open and so humble,” Taylor said, accepting the Oscar following a speech from Nicole Kidman.

From Los Angeles Times

"In big cities, it's hard to feel part of a community so I wanted to do something fun that is welcoming and accepting."

From BBC

Related Words

• lenient
• magnanimous
• merciful