Acceptable
/əkˈsɛptəbəl/
Definitions
Worthy of being accepted; meeting the standard or requirements.
/əkˈsɛptəbəl/
meeting the standard
The new policy is acceptable to most employees.
💡 Simply: Good enough to be approved or accepted.
More Examples
She found the hotel room acceptable, but not excellent.
How It's Used
"The proposal was deemed acceptable by the committee."
"I think this restaurant is acceptable for a casual dinner."
Idioms & expressions
acceptable behavior
Behavior that is considered proper or suitable.
"The company has a code of conduct that outlines acceptable behavior in the workplace."
From Latin acceptabilis, from acceptare, which is a combination of ad- and captare, meaning 'to take'. The word has been in use since the 15th century.
The word 'acceptable' has been used since the 15th century, originally in the context of religion and philosophy. Over time, its meaning has expanded to include various fields such as business, law, and social norms.
Memory tip
Think of 'accept' and associate it with something that is 'able' to be taken or received.
Word Origin
"to take"