acquiescence
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wiˈɛs noun
1.
the act or condition of acquiescing or giving tacit assent; agreement or consent by silence or without objection; compliance (usually followed by to or in ): acquiescence to his boss's demands.
2.
Law. such neglect to take legal proceedings for such a long time as to imply the abandonment of a right.
Related forms
non·ac·qui·es·cence, noun
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| —vb | |
| (intr; | |
| [C17: from Latin acquiēscere to remain at rest, agree without protest, from ad- at + quiēscere to rest, from quiēs | |
| usage The use of to after acquiesce was formerly regarded as incorrect, but is now acceptable | |
| acqui'escence | |
| —n | |
| acqui'escent | |
| —adj | |
| acqui'escently | |
| —adv | |
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Acquiescence
is always a great word to know.
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| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
| a fool or simpleton; ninny. |
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Word Origin & History
acquiescence
1620s, "act of acquiescing," from Fr. acquiescence, noun of action from acquiescer (see acquiesce). Meaning "silent consent" is recorded from 1640s.
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Example sentences
Opposition and human-rights people could be frightened into acquiescence.
Although eventually dissatisfaction grew, the extent of acquiescence to long schedules remained puzzling.
Their best hope of avoiding war lies in their extraordinary acquiescence.
Every influence tended to lull her into acquiescence.
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