CEFR B1

Recipient

noun

Meaning

A person or thing that receives or is awarded something.

Examples

She was the main recipient of his generosity.
The award recipient gave a moving acceptance speech.

Synonyms: receiver, beneficiary, heir, donee

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Recipient (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /rɪˈsɪpiənt/

Definition

A person or thing that receives or is awarded something.

Examples

She was the main recipient of his generosity.
The award recipient gave a moving acceptance speech.
He is a recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize.

How to Use Recipient

recipient of (prepositional phrase): The person or thing that receives something. — "The charity ensures that aid reaches the intended recipient of the package."

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