accept

B1 · Intermediate

v. to believe that an explanation or a fact is true.

v. to regard something as true, proper, or correct.

“Most people now accept that climate change is a serious problem.”

“While the theory was initially controversial, the scientific community eventually accepted the findings after several independent studies confirmed the data.”

B1 · Intermediate

v. to allow someone to join a group, a school, or an organisation.

v. to admit someone to a place, group, or status.

“He was thrilled when the university accepted his application.”

“The prestigious academy only accepts a handful of applicants each year, maintaining a rigorous selection process based on both merit and potential.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate

v. to stop trying to change something that is difficult and learn to live with it.

v. to endure or acknowledge a situation without opposition; to resign oneself to a reality.

“It took him a long time to accept that his injury meant he couldn't play football anymore.”

“The community had to accept the reality of the economic downturn, pivoting their focus toward local sustainable initiatives instead of large-scale manufacturing.”

A2 · Elementary Business

v. to take a specific type of payment, like a credit card.

v. to receive or take something as adequate or satisfactory for a transaction.

“Does this small café accept credit cards or is it cash only?”

“The vendor refused to accept the shipment, noting that the goods had been damaged during transit and did not meet the contractual quality standards specified in the contract.”