Reception Definition & Meaning
reception
- noun
- the manner in which something is greeted; "she did not expect the cold reception she received from her superiors"
- a formal party of people; as after a wedding
- quality or fidelity of a received broadcast
- the act of receiving
- (American football) the act of catching a pass in football; "the tight end made a great reception on the 20 yard line"
"Reception" in song lyrics
See how reception is used in real songs:
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"before they crept in the newly weds reception"
Ali Vegas — Betrayal of a Thug -
"Utilizing the past the future sharpened reception"
Arsonists — Respect the Unexpected -
"Your t.v. reception"
Aztlan Underground — Preachers of the Blind State
Words that rhyme with reception
Usage tips for "reception"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "reception" 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 reception to find words that pair well.
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- What does reception mean?
- the manner in which something is greeted; "she did not expect the cold reception she received from her superiors" a formal party of people; as after a wedding quality or fidelity of a received broadcast the act of receiving (American football) the act of catching a pass in football; "the tight end made a great reception on the 20 yard line"
- What part of speech is reception?
- Reception is a noun.
- How many definitions does reception have?
- Reception has 5 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).