Synonyms: adoption, acceptance, acceptation, espousal
Definition: the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception
Usage: its adoption by society; the proposal found wide acceptance
Similar words: approval, approving, blessing
Definition: the formal act of approving
Usage: he gave the project his blessing; his decision merited the approval of any sensible person
Definition: the act of becoming betrothed or engaged
Definition: archaic terms for a wedding or wedding feast
Similar words: marriage, marriage ceremony, wedding
Definition: the act of marrying; the nuptial ceremony
Usage: their marriage was conducted in the chapel