acceptably

/ækˈsɛp.tə.bli/

ÆKSƐP · tə · bli (3 syllables)

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Definition

In an acceptable manner; in a manner to please or give satisfaction.

Etymology

From Middle English acceptably, equivalent to acceptable + -ly.

Example Sentences

  • "Ellen Page gives a star-making performance as a 16-year-old live wire who decides to go through with her pregnancy and seeks acceptably well-adjusted, wealthy, punk-rock loving parents for the unborn baby."
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