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accepted

ac·cept·ed

accepted

 
pronunciation:
k sep tihd
features:
Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: generally regarded as normal, right, or correct; approved; recognized.
Spanking is still an accepted method of punishment in many U.S. public schools, although it is banned in the majority of states.
synonyms:
approved, conventional, customary, normal, sanctioned, standard
similar words:
acceptable, allowable, authentic, authoritative, authorized, canonical, time-honored, traditional, usual
definition 2: welcomed into a group or society; approved.
It took her some time to feel accepted, but she's quite comfortable in the group now.
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