Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for reception. Search instead for receptioner.
Definitions

reception

[ri-sep-shuhn] / rɪˈsɛp ʃən /


NOUN
celebratory party
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
disacknowledgment


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.

The government in Kinshasa has stressed that their stay in the country is only temporary and that Washington is funding "their reception, support and care".

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Earlier this month, Meta unveiled its new AI model Muse Spark to a positive reception, providing a boost to its stock.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

In northeastern Annaba -- formerly the ancient Roman city of Hippo -- Leo will visit vestiges of the city's historical past, as well as a reception centre run by Catholic nuns for impoverished elderly people.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Their reception will be a test of how those franchises can hold up in the post-pandemic era, particularly at a time when superhero films may have finally reached their ceiling.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Charlie watches the TV screens in a bar area behind the reception desk.

From "Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish" by Pablo Cartaya




Vocabulary lists containing reception