accepted
Translation
accepted, recognised, conventional
Examples
It is an accepted fact that the earth is round.
It is an accepted fact that the earth is round.
She is an accepted member of the team.
She is an accepted member of the team.
Grammar Patterns
((accepted)) + noun generally agreed upon This is the accepted procedure.
Similar Words
Synonyms: approved, recognized, conventional; Antonyms: rejected, unconventional
Etymology
From Latin 'ad-' (to) + 'capere' (to take). The '-ed' suffix marks it as a past participle used as an adjective.
Memory Tips
Think of the verb 'accept' plus the '-ed' ending. It describes something that has already been agreed upon or received.