Meaning of the word receive in English

What does receive mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

receive

US /rɪˈsiːv/

UK /rɪˈsiːv/

be given, presented with, or paid (something)

Example:

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She received a letter from her friend.

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He receives a good salary.

Synonym:

get obtain acquire gain be given

suffer (an injury or setback)

Example:

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The company received a major blow from the economic downturn.

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He received a serious injury in the accident.

Synonym:

suffer experience undergo sustain incur

form an idea or impression of

Example:

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How did you receive the news?

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The proposal was not well received.

Synonym:

perceive interpret understand apprehend take

allow (a television or radio set) to pick up (a broadcast or signal)

Example:

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This old radio can still receive signals from far away.

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The antenna helps the TV receive clearer channels.

Synonym:

pick up detect intercept capture