acceptance

(noun) the mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true. Synonyms: credence. Examples: "He gave credence to the gossip." "Acceptance of newtonian mechanics was unquestioned for 200 years."

(noun) the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception. Synonyms: adoption, acceptation, espousal. Examples: "Its adoption by society." "The proposal found wide acceptance."

(noun) the state of being acceptable and accepted. Example: "Torn jeans received no acceptance at the country club."

(noun) (contract law) words signifying consent to the terms of an offer (thereby creating a contract).

(noun) banking: a time draft drawn on and accepted by a bank. Synonyms: banker's acceptance.

(noun) a disposition to tolerate or accept people or situations. Synonyms: toleration, sufferance. Example: "All people should practice toleration and live together in peace."

(noun) the act of taking something that is offered. Examples: "Her acceptance of the gift encouraged him." "He anticipated their acceptance of his offer."