Accepted means that the IRS has received your tax return for processing and you are now just waiting for it to be approved. It means that you're e-file has essentially passed inspection however it does not confirm approval just yet. The 2 FAQ's below provide further insight:
Does accepted mean approved?
Accepted Return
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