acquiescence

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/ˌækwiˈɛsəns/

noun
Agreeing without protest

acquiescence in a sentence

  • “Her silence was taken as acquiescence.”
  • “Good manners demanded our cheerful acquiescence to our host's plans for dinner.”
  • “A slight nod signaled her quiet acquiescence.”

What does “acquiescence” mean?

acquiescence (noun) means agreeing without protest. It is pronounced /ˌækwiˈɛsəns/. Vocaby pairs the definition with audio and real example sentences so the word is easy to remember — and brings it back for review right before you'd forget it.

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What does "acquiescence" mean?
acquiescence (noun) means: Agreeing without protest
How do you pronounce "acquiescence"?
"acquiescence" is pronounced /ˌækwiˈɛsəns/ in IPA. You can tap to hear it spoken aloud in the Vocaby app.
How do you use "acquiescence" in a sentence?
Here is "acquiescence" used in a sentence: Her silence was taken as acquiescence.

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