received

[rɪˈsiːvd]

received Definition

  • 1generally accepted or recognized
  • 2past participle of 'receive'

Using received: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "received" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The received wisdom is that he will retire soon.

  • Example

    This idea has become received opinion among many people.

  • Example

    The received pronunciation of English is often taught in language schools.

  • Example

    The received text of the Bible is the one most widely used.

received Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for received

Phrases with received

  • the standard accent of English as spoken in the south of England, typically used by educated speakers and taught to non-native speakers

    Example

    She learned received pronunciation in order to sound more professional.

  • a generally accepted belief or opinion

    Example

    The received wisdom is that you should never go grocery shopping when you're hungry.

  • the text of a literary work that is generally accepted as authentic and authoritative

    Example

    The received text of Shakespeare's plays is based on the First Folio edition.

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Summary: received in Brief

The term 'received' [rɪˈsiːvd] refers to something that is generally accepted or recognized. It can describe opinions, beliefs, accents, or texts, such as 'The received wisdom is that he will retire soon.' 'Received' is often used in phrases like 'received pronunciation,' which denotes the standard accent of English, and 'received text,' which refers to the authoritative version of a literary work.