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receive

[rɪˈsiːv]

receive Definition

  • 1be given, presented with, or paid (something)
  • 2be told or informed of
  • 3experience or be subjected to (specified treatment)

Using receive: Examples

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

  • Example

    I received a letter from my friend yesterday.

  • Example

    She received a gift from her parents on her birthday.

  • Example

    He received a warm welcome from the audience.

  • Example

    The company received a lot of criticism for their poor customer service.

receive Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for receive

Antonyms for receive

Phrases with receive

  • to greet someone warmly and enthusiastically

    Example

    When I arrived at the airport, my family received me with open arms.

  • to be surprised or shocked by something

    Example

    I received a shock when I found out that I had failed the exam.

  • receive a promotion

    to be given a higher position or rank in a job or organization

    Example

    After working hard for several years, he finally received a promotion.

Origins of receive

from Old French 'receivre', from Latin 'recipere', meaning 'take back'

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Summary: receive in Brief

The verb 'receive' [rɪˈsiːv] means to be given, informed of, or subjected to something. It can refer to receiving physical objects, such as 'She received a gift from her parents on her birthday,' or non-physical things, such as 'The company received a lot of criticism for their poor customer service.' Phrases like 'receive someone with open arms' denote a warm welcome, while 'receive a shock' implies surprise or shock.

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