acceptable

Definition

Worthy, decent, sure of being accepted or received with at least moderate pleasure.

Etymology

From Middle English acceptable, from Old French acceptable, from Late Latin acceptābilis (“worthy of acceptance”). Morphologically accept + -able.

Example Sentences

• "We need to find an acceptable present for Jeff."
• "I think if post commanders of the unchaplained posts could employ acceptable clergymen […] then the needs might be met."
• "The designs were acceptable, but they were nothing special either."

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