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

  • (..) - You have a great day. - Right on. You too. God. Shit. Yo, anybody home? Hello? Tonight, you will receive the ultimate mixture of cutlery... ...tonight in the steel knockout. Every phone line jammed. Eighty-nine dollars on flex pay. That's easy instalments. (..)
    2009 TvShow: Breaking Bad Title: Peekaboo Season: 2 Episode 6