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View synonyms for Received Standard

Received Standard

noun

  1. the form of educated English spoken originally in southern England and having Received Pronunciation as a chief distinguishing feature.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of Received Standard1

First recorded in 1910–15
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Example Sentences

It is not enough to say that a man of genius dissents from the received standard of conduct.

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Received Pronunciationreceiver