Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
uptake
noun
/ˈʌpteɪk/
Definition
The act of accepting or beginning to use something.
Examples
- There was a slow uptake of the new software among the employees.
- The vaccine’s uptake has been significantly higher than previous years.
- Her rapid uptake of new languages impressed everyone.
Meaning
Uptake refers to the process by which an individual or group acquires or adopts new information, skills, or practices. It can also indicate how well something is received or understood.
Synonyms
- acceptance
- adoption
- acquisition
- absorption