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

  • (..) may be enlightened! Be kind! Rewind! Reconcile your past... ...in order to move into your future! Two for one every Wednesday. Give twice as much as ye receive on our most sacred of days. Every Wednesday. Large adult entertainment section in the back. That's just nasty. (..)
    2002 Men in Black II