I absolutely accept

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "I absolutely accept" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it to express strong agreement or approval of a proposal, idea, or offer. Example: "After reviewing the terms, I absolutely accept the conditions of the contract."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Formal & Business

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

10 human-written examples

I absolutely accept that in this industry there is comment and criticism.

The Guardian - Music

Asked if he will go too, Andrew says: "I absolutely accept responsibility for what is going on here.

The Guardian - Sport

I absolutely accept that once the number of non-smokers exceeds that of smokers, the game – such as it was – is up.

The Guardian - Books

He added on Monday's BBC Radio 4's Today programme: "It's much easier to just invade a country, I absolutely accept that.

The Guardian

"I absolutely accept responsibility for what is going on here," he said.

BBC

"But I absolutely accept responsibility for what is going on here.

BBC

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

50 human-written examples

I will absolutely accept my status as a deeply-flawed individual, but... no more so than most of those roaming the streets wearing wedding rings.

Huffington Post

One of the ways I dealt with it was to absolutely accept it, and think: 'Right, they've told me this thing is inoperable – if I've got 10 months to live, I just want to do it, I don't want to spend 10 months running around after second opinions or false hopes.' In a way, it was a kind of comfort zone, accepting that I was going to die and all the questions of mortality had been sorted out for me.

The Guardian - Music

Wallace noted that even Trump's own daughter, Ivanka, had said that Trump would accept the results of the election, and then he put the question directly to real estate mogul: "Do you make the same commitment, sir, that you will absolutely accept the result of this election?" Trump's answer: "I will look at it at the time".

Huffington Post

But, when Holt pressed him, he finally said that he would "absolutely" accept the results.

The New Yorker

Pence did say he and Trump would "absolutely accept the results of the election".

The Guardian

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Pair the phrase with a clear explanation of what you are accepting to avoid ambiguity. For instance, "I absolutely accept the proposal and look forward to implementing it."

Common error

While "I absolutely accept" is grammatically correct, it can sound overly formal or stiff in casual conversation. Opt for alternatives like "I agree" or "I'm okay with that" in informal settings.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "I absolutely accept" functions as a declarative statement expressing agreement or acknowledgement. It combines the first-person pronoun "I" with an adverb of emphasis "absolutely" and the verb "accept" to convey a strong sense of concurrence, as supported by examples in Ludwig.

Expression frequency: Uncommon

Frequent in

News & Media

70%

Formal & Business

20%

Wiki

10%

Less common in

Science

0%

Encyclopedias

0%

Social Media

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "I absolutely accept" is a phrase used to express strong agreement, approval, or assumption of responsibility. According to Ludwig, it's grammatically correct, though best suited for neutral to professional contexts rather than informal settings where simpler alternatives like "I agree" are preferable. While it's not as common as other expressions, its directness and forcefulness make it suitable in situations needing a clear, unambiguous affirmation. To prevent the phrase to sound unnatural, aim to be clear on what the subject of the acceptance is.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

I completely agree

Emphasizes full agreement rather than just acceptance.

I wholeheartedly concur

A more formal way to express enthusiastic agreement.

I fully endorse that

Implies active support and approval.

I am in full agreement

Highlights the state of being in agreement.

I accept without reservation

Stresses the absence of any doubts or hesitations.

I concede that point

Acknowledges the validity of a specific argument.

I acknowledge and accept that

More formal. Shows more awareness/thought.

I recognize and accept it

Emphasis on acknowledgement/recognition first.

That's perfectly acceptable

Shifts the focus to the acceptability of something.

I'm okay with that

A more casual way of expressing acceptance.

FAQs

What does "I absolutely accept" mean?

It means that you strongly agree with something, or are willing to take responsibility for something.

When should I use the phrase "I absolutely accept"?

Use this phrase to convey a strong sense of agreement or responsibility, especially in formal or professional situations.

What can I say instead of "I absolutely accept"?

You can use alternatives like "I completely agree", "I fully endorse that", or "I am in full agreement" depending on the context.

Is "I absolutely accept" too formal for casual conversation?

Yes, in many casual conversations, alternatives like "I agree" or "I'm okay with that" may be more appropriate.