acceptation

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

In the general acceptation of the term, that implies a criminal accusation by the government.

From Time Magazine Archive

He was a man of honor, in the true acceptation of that word.

From Dealings with the Dead, Volume I (of 2) by School, A Sexton of the Old

Putney Bridge, Hammersmith Suspension Bridge, Barnes Railway Bridge, and Kew Bridge, may or may not be included in this series, according to the acceptation of the indefinite word ‘Metropolis.’

From Collins' Illustrated Guide to London and Neighbourhood by Anonymous

The sensation is not fear in the ordinary acceptation of the term.

From Lola Montez An Adventuress of the 'Forties by d'Auvergne, Edmund B.

The change in Isadore had been more concrete than the acceptation of a new outlook on life.

From Comrade Yetta by Edwards, Albert