Received
/rɪˈsiːvd/
Meaning & Definition
verb
Past tense of 'receive,' meaning to be given or presented with something.
I received a letter from my friend yesterday.
To get something that is sent or given.
She received a package in the mail today.
To be informed or aware of something.
He received the news with surprise.
To accept or acknowledge something.
The proposal was received with enthusiasm by the committee.
adjective
Generally accepted or recognized.
His theories are part of the received wisdom in the field.
Regarded as a valid or standard view.
According to received opinion, the earth revolves around the sun.
Etymology
Middle English, from the Latin 'recipere' meaning 'to take back' or 'to accept'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
received wisdom
Commonly accepted beliefs that may not necessarily be true.
received a message
To have been given or informed of a communication.
received payment
To have obtained funds from a transaction.
Related Words
receive
To be given or presented with something.
receiver
A person or device that gets something.
reception
The act of receiving or the way something is received.
Slang Meanings
Gotten
I just got a new phone, so I feel received.
Copped
I copped the new album as soon as it dropped.