Receiving

9 lettersverbcommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

The present participle of receive; being given, presented with, or accepting something. Getting or taking delivery of items, information, or communications.

“The charity is receiving donations from supporters across the country.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/rɪˈsiːvɪŋ/

Syllables

re·ceiv·ing

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Synonyms

getting accepting obtainingacquiring

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Wordle

Contains 'RECEIV' root and '-ING' ending; watch for the 'V'

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Scrabble

Worth 15 points; 'V' and 'C' provide strong scoring potential

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