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to receive
01
to be given something or to accept something that is sent
Transitive: to receive sth
Grammatical Information
Composition
derived
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
receive
3rd person singular
receives
Present participle
receiving
Past simple
received
Past participle
received
Examples
Every morning, he receives a newspaper at his doorstep.
02
to undergo certain conditions, emotions, or situations
Transitive: to receive conditions or emotions
Examples
She received overwhelming support from friends during a difficult time.
03
to willingly accept or welcome someone or something into one's home or surroundings
Transitive: to receive sb
Examples
The couple received their relatives with open arms when they visited
04
to pick up broadcast signals
Transitive: to receive a signal
Examples
The television antenna receives digital signals from local broadcast stations, providing access to various channels.
05
to be subjected to or undergo a particular course of action, treatment, or handling
Transitive: to receive a course of action or treatment
Examples
The patient received intensive care treatment after the surgery to ensure a speedy recovery.
06
to take in or absorb information, experiences, or stimuli, often through perception, understanding, or awareness
Transitive: to receive information or experiences
Examples
She receives inspiration for her artwork by observing nature and exploring different cultures.
07
to acknowledge or accept an idea, information, or statement, as true or accurate
Transitive: to receive ideas or information
Examples
Patients receive medical advice and treatment plans from healthcare professionals.
08
to be subjected to or experience a particular reaction or feedback from others
Transitive: to receive a reaction or feedback
Examples
The new policy received widespread approval from employees, who appreciated its focus on work-life balance.
Lexical Tree
receivable
receiver
receive
