acquiescence

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Learn the meaning of acquiescence with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

acquiescence

(noun)

Meaning

the acceptance of something without protest

Example

"Her acquiescence to the plan surprised everyone in the room."

Synonyms

agreementcomplianceconsent

Antonyms

disagreementrefusalresistance

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'acquiescere', meaning to rest or comply.
Related word forms
  • verb: acquiesce

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