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- pronunciation:
- rih
siv
- features:
- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
receives, receiving, received |
| definition 1: |
When you receive something, you get it. You have it now because somebody sent it or gave it to you.
Tyler received birthday cards from all his aunts and uncles. His grandmother sent him a present too, but he hasn't received it yet.Mr. Amos received a stuffed animal as a prize at the fair. He gave it to his little boy.- synonyms:
- get
- antonyms:
- send
- similar words:
- accept, acquire, earn, gain, obtain, secure
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| definition 2: |
When you receive an injury, you get or experience an injury.
Bailey received an injury to his ankle while he was playing soccer.- similar words:
- encounter, endure, experience, suffer
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| definition 3: |
When you receive information, you get or find out information.
Yesterday, the family received the news about their neighbors moving away.- synonyms:
- find out, hear, learn
- similar words:
- pick up
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| definition 4: |
When a person or organization receives people, they welcome them, usually in a formal way.
The queen received the visitors from Spain in her private office.The hotel receives many famous guests at this time of year.- synonyms:
- greet, welcome
- similar words:
- accept, accommodate, admit
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| related words: |
greet, meet, take |
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