Acceptance Conditional upon Revision
nounPronunciation: /ækˈsɛptəns kənˈdɪʃənəl əˈpɑːn rɪˈvɪʒən/
An editorial decision communicating that a manuscript will be accepted for publication only after the author addresses specific requested changes identified during peer review. The revision must satisfy editorial requirements before final acceptance is granted.
Plain English
Telling authors their paper can be published if they make specific changes the editor and reviewers requested.
Etymology & History
Usage
"The editor issued an acceptance conditional upon revision requiring clarification of statistical methods."
Style guide notes: Distinguish between conditional acceptance and requests for revision rounds; specify conditions clearly in decision letters.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much time do authors have to complete revisions for conditional acceptance?
Typically 2-4 months depending on journal policy; extensions may be requested for major revisions.
Is acceptance still guaranteed if authors address all revision requests?
Generally yes, provided revisions adequately address all editorial and reviewer concerns with satisfactory responses.
Why Test Candidates on This?
Fundamental to understanding editorial decision outcomes and manuscript progression through acceptance workflow.
Required skill level: Junior