reception

Noun

A reception of something is how well it is doing.
The reception of this video game is pretty good. I recommend buying it.
(countable) A reception is a party-like social affair for meeting someone important or special.
A reception was held in the civic center for the winners of the county art competition.

The bridal couple's gifts were displayed at the wedding reception.

I shook Prince William's hand at the reception held for him in the White House rose garden.