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acquiesce

[ˌækwiˈes]

acquiesce Definition

to accept or agree to something without protest, often reluctantly.

Using acquiesce: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "acquiesce" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He finally acquiesced to their demands.

  • Example

    She reluctantly acquiesced to his request.

  • Example

    The company had to acquiesce to the union's demands in order to avoid a strike.

acquiesce Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for acquiesce

Antonyms for acquiesce

Phrases with acquiesce

  • to accept something without saying anything about it

    Example

    She acquiesced in silence when her boss announced the new policy.

  • to accept what happens without trying to change it

    Example

    After losing his job, he decided to acquiesce to fate and take some time off to travel.

  • to give in to pressure from others

    Example

    The government acquiesced to pressure from environmental groups and passed stricter laws on pollution.

Origins of acquiesce

from Latin 'acquiescere', meaning 'to rest, find peace'

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Summary: acquiesce in Brief

'Acquiesce' [ˌækwiˈes] means to accept or agree to something without protest, often reluctantly. It is commonly used in situations where one party gives in to another's demands or requests. Phrases like 'acquiesce in silence' and 'acquiesce to pressure' describe specific contexts in which acquiescence occurs. 'Acquiesce' is a formal term that can be replaced by 'comply' or 'assent' in more formal settings.