Word RECEIVE: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

receive

🇺🇸 [rɪˈsiːv]

Meanings

To be given or presented with something. Receiving involves the action of accepting or obtaining something from another party, whether it is a gift, message, or item. It can also refer to taking in information or signals.

Examples

• I was excited to receive the invitation to the wedding.
• She received a promotion at work after months of hard work.
• He received the message loud and clear.

Synonyms

accept • obtain • get

Antonyms

give • send • offer