Acceptant (en. Accepting)

[ak.sɛptɑ̃]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Who shows a willingness to receive or accept.
He is very accepting of new ideas.
Il est très acceptant envers les idées nouvelles.
Who accepts a request or a proposal.
She is accepting regarding team changes.
Elle est acceptante concernant les changements de l'équipe.
Who is tolerant or understanding.
His parents are accepting and encourage him to follow his passion.
Ses parents sont acceptants et l'encouragent à suivre sa passion.

Etymology

From the verb 'accepter' with the suffix '-ant' indicating a state or quality.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be accepting
Being willing to accept other opinions or situations.
être acceptant
accepting mentality
Open attitude towards new ideas or proposals.
mentalité acceptante

Related Words

to accept
To consent to receive or admit something.
accepter
acceptability
The quality of what can be accepted.
acceptabilité
acceptance
The action or fact of accepting something.
acceptation

Slang Meanings

To be cool with something.
He is always accepting when I want to change our plans.
Il est toujours acceptant quand je veux changer nos plans.
No worries, it's good for me.
You want to go to the movies? That's accepting.
Tu veux aller au cinéma ? C'est acceptant.