Acceptable Definition & Meaning
acceptable
- adjective
- worthy of acceptance or satisfactory; "acceptable levels of radiation"; "performances varied from acceptable to excellent"
- judged to be in conformity with approved usage; "acceptable English usage"
- meeting requirements; "the step makes a satisfactory seat"
- adequate for the purpose; "the water was acceptable for drinking"
"Acceptable" in song lyrics
See how acceptable is used in real songs:
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"Standard less then 7 dollars a record, is not acceptable"
Afu-Ra f/ Royce Da 5'9" — Pusha -
"Socially acceptable"
DC Talk — Socially Acceptable -
"And this is not acceptable"
DC Talk — What Have We Become?
Words that rhyme with acceptable
Usage tips for "acceptable"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "acceptable" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for acceptable to find words that pair well.
Use "acceptable" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does acceptable mean?
- worthy of acceptance or satisfactory; "acceptable levels of radiation"; "performances varied from acceptable to excellent" judged to be in conformity with approved usage; "acceptable English usage" meeting requirements; "the step makes a satisfactory seat" adequate for the purpose; "the water was acceptable for drinking"
- What part of speech is acceptable?
- Acceptable is an adjective.
- How many definitions does acceptable have?
- Acceptable has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).