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

  • (..) the Priory. Jesus had but one true message. That-- Come, you saints of God. Hasten, angels of the Lord. To receive her soul. And bring her to the sight of the Almighty. In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Welcome, bishop. (..)
    2006 The Da Vinci Code