Reçue (en. Received)
[ʁə.sy]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
That has been admitted or accepted.
This idea was received with enthusiasm.
Cette idée a été reçue avec enthousiasme.
That conforms to rules or standards.
The results of this study are received as valid.
Les résultats de cette étude sont reçus comme valables.
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'recevoir', coming from the Latin 'recipere'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be well received
To be welcomed favorably by someone.
être bien reçue
received as a truth
Accepted without dispute as a truth.
reçue comme une vérité
Related Words
to receive
To accept or obtain something.
recevoir
reception
The action of receiving something.
réception
Slang Meanings
Considered with interest in an informal conversation.
His project was well received during the discussion.
Son projet a été bien reçu lors de la discussion.
Easily admitted or without objection.
Her suggestion was received as obvious.
Sa suggestion a été reçue comme une évidence.