Aceptable (en. Acceptable)
/aθepˈtable/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That can be accepted or regarded as valid.
Her proposal is acceptable to all parties involved.
Su propuesta es aceptable para todos los involucrados.
That meets the established criteria.
The noise level in the room is acceptable during the event.
El nivel de ruido en la sala es aceptable durante el evento.
That is not excellent, but is not inadequate either.
The student's performance was acceptable, although it can improve.
El rendimiento del estudiante fue aceptable, aunque puede mejorar.
Etymology
From Latin 'acceptabilis', derived from 'acceptare', meaning 'to accept'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
an acceptable response
A response that can be considered valid.
una respuesta aceptable
an acceptable level
A level that is deemed tolerable or appropriate.
un nivel aceptable
under acceptable conditions
In circumstances that are considered reasonable.
bajo condiciones aceptables
Related Words
to accept
To take or receive something favorably.
aceptar
acceptance
The act of accepting; conformity to something.
aceptación
acceptability
Quality of being acceptable.
aceptabilidad
Slang Meanings
Good, within normal limits.
The food was acceptable, but not spectacular.
La comida estaba aceptable, pero no espectacular.
Something that can be tolerated.
That design is more than acceptable for what we need.
Ese diseño es más que aceptable para lo que necesitamos.