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ac·cept·ed

accepted

 
pronunciation:
k sep tihd
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: generally considered correct or normal.
In this country, shaking hands is an accepted thing for adults to do when they meet for the first time.
synonyms:
approved, conventional, customary, normal, sanctioned, standard
similar words:
acceptable, authentic, authoritative, traditional, usual
definition 2: welcomed into a group or society; approved.
It took her some time to feel accepted, but she's quite comfortable in the group now.