receive

Definition

  • verb: to get or be given (something)
  • verb: to come into possession of
  • often used as '(be) received'
  • synonyms: acquire, allow, take

Examples

  • Her new book 'was' well/poorly 'received' by the critics. [=the critics liked/disliked her new book]

  • You will be charged a late fee if the electric company does not 'receive' your payment on time.

  • The ambassador 'received' [='greeted'] his guests as they arrived at the party.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Ivar wants to lead the army. He thinks our father chose him. Bjorn should lead the army. I am the leader of this great army. Do you understand that? You are about to receive a great heathen army. AETHELWULF: They are here. The great heathen army come to revenge the death of Ragnar Lothbrok. (..)
    2017 TvShow: Vikings Title: On the Eve Season: 4 Episode 19