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.
(..) believe you've all come here to hear me lecture. Or rather, to ascertain the identity of the mystery math magician. So without further adieu, come forward, silent rogue, and receive thy prize. Well, I'm sorry to disappoint my spectators, but... it seems there will be no unmasking here today. (..)1997 Good Will Hunting