AcquiesceTo agree or accept a request without protesting or fighting it. means to agree, or to accept something without resistingTrying to oppose, fight back, or stop something from happening. it. It often suggests quiet acceptance rather than open enthusiasmStrong excitement or eager interest in something..
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˌækwiˈɛs/
Easy pronunciation: ak-wee-ES (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress is on the last syllable, ES.
Used for the verb meaning to agree or express agreement.
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Acquiesce Meaning
to agree quietly or accept something without اعتراض
Part of speech: verb
Definition: to agree or express agreement
Example: She acquiesced in the decision, even though she had doubts.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- assent — A close synonym when someone agrees or gives approval.
- accede — Can fit this sense, especially in formal contexts, though it often implies yielding to a request or demand.
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Acquiesce Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- assent
- accede
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Common Mistakes
- Using acquiesce to mean active enthusiasm; it usually implies quiet or reluctant agreement.
- Confusing acquiesce with accept: acquiesce focuses more on yielding or agreeing, not simply receiving something.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does acquiesce mean in simple English?
It means to agree quietly or to accept something without arguing against it.
What are the best synonyms for acquiesce?
The closest synonyms are assent and, in some formal uses, accede.
Is acquiesce the same as accept?
Not exactly. Accept means to take or receive something, while acquiesce means to agree to it or stop resisting it.
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