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acquiescence
noun ac·qui·es·cence \-ˈe-sən(t)s\
Definition of ACQUIESCENCE
1
: the act of acquiescing : the state of being acquiescent
2
: an instance of acquiescing
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First Known Use of ACQUIESCENCE
1646
Related to ACQUIESCENCE
- Synonyms
- compliance, biddability, compliancy, deference, docility, obedience, submissiveness
- Antonyms
- defiance, disobedience, intractability, recalcitrance
ACQUIESCENCE Defined for Kids
acquiescence
noun ac·qui·es·cence \ˌa-kwē-ˈe-səns\
Definition of ACQUIESCENCE for Kids
: the act of agreeing, accepting, or giving consent
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