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Synonyms & Similar Words
accepted
acknowledged
affirmed
allowed
approved
authorized
confirmed
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granted
recognized
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ratified
validated
verified
accredited
endorsed
supported
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acceptedly
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declared.
Meaning of Admitted
The primary meaning of the word "Admitted" is to acknowledge or accept something as true or valid.
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines "Admitted" as having been allowed to enter a place, organization, or institution, or having been recognized as being true or valid.
- It can also mean having been confessed or acknowledged, especially in relation to a crime or wrongdoing.
- In a legal context, it refers to something that has been officially recognized or accepted as evidence.
Etymology of Admitted
The word "Admitted" comes from the Latin words "ad" (meaning "to" or "toward") and "mittere" (meaning "to send"), which combined form "admittere", meaning "to send to" or "to allow to enter".
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century, initially meaning "to allow someone to enter a place" and later expanding to include other meanings such as "to acknowledge or accept something as true".
Example Uses
- The new student was admitted to the university after passing the entrance exam.
- The company admitted to making a mistake and apologized to its customers.
- The defendant admitted to the crime and was sentenced to prison.