Accept and Deem

Accept

Accept verb - To agree to receive whether willingly or reluctantly.

Deem and accept are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Deem" instead a verb "Accept".

Deem

Deem verb - To have as an opinion.
Usage example: I deem it fitting that we mark this solemn occasion with a day of prayer and thanksgiving

Accept and deem are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Accept" instead a verb "Deem".

Common collocations

people accept people deem people
position accept position deem position
truth accept truth deem truth
someone accept someone deem someone
Other words: way, punishment, anyone, powers.

Both words in one sentence

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