accept

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Accept' means to take or receive (something offered) willingly. For example, you 'accept' a friend's invitation to a party.

Examples in Different Contexts

In software development, 'accept' often refers to acknowledging and implementing user feedback. A product manager could say, 'We accept the user's request for this feature and will add it to the roadmap.'

Practice Scenarios

Business

Scenario:

The latest acquisition offer from the competitor is promising. We need to carefully weigh the implications.

Response:

Given the offer's potential return on investment, I suggest we accept it cautiously.

Impact

Scenario:

The new recycling standards are stringent. Yet, they are a necessary step towards environmental accountability.

Response:

Higher standards are indeed challenging, but it's time we accept the need for strict environmental responsibility.