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Acceptation Definition & Meaning

acceptation
noun
  1. acceptance as true or valid
  2. the accepted meaning of a word
  3. the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception; "its adoption by society"; "the proposal found wide acceptance"

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Frequently asked questions

What does acceptation mean?
acceptance as true or valid the accepted meaning of a word the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception; "its adoption by society"; "the proposal found wide acceptance"
What part of speech is acceptation?
Acceptation is a noun.
How many definitions does acceptation have?
Acceptation has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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