receive

/ɹɪsˈiːv/

/ɹəˈsiv/, /ɹiˈsiv/, /ɹɪˈsiv/

[verb]

to receive

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to be given something or to accept something that is sent

synonyms : get

bid welcome to; greet upon arrival

synonyms : welcome

antonyms : say farewell

to willingly accept or welcome someone or something into one's home or surroundings

synonyms : invite

take in

to pick up broadcast signals

receive a specified treatment (abstract)

synonyms : find

get

incur

obtain

synonyms : pick up

go through (mental or physical states or experiences)

synonyms : experience

get

have

accept as true or valid

experience as a reaction

synonyms : encounter

meet

regard favorably or with disapproval

partake of the Holy Eucharist sacrament

receive as a retribution or punishment

synonyms : get

have or give a reception

Examples

1. Every guest received a small gift at the end of the wedding ceremony.

2. The comedian's post received numerous humorous comments.

3. The young actress received an award for her outstanding performance.

4. The film director received an award at the international film festival.

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