acquiescent Definition
ready to accept something without protest, or to do what someone else wants.
Using acquiescent: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "acquiescent" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She was acquiescent to her boss's demands.
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The students were acquiescent to the teacher's instructions.
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He remained acquiescent throughout the meeting.
acquiescent Synonyms and Antonyms
Antonyms for acquiescent
Phrases with acquiescent
a nod of agreement or acceptance
Example
She gave an acquiescent nod to show that she understood.
a silence that indicates agreement or acceptance
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His acquiescent silence suggested that he had no objections.
behavior that shows a willingness to comply or agree with others
Example
Her acquiescent behavior made it easy for others to take advantage of her.
Origins of acquiescent
from Latin 'acquiescentem', meaning 'to remain at rest'
Summary: acquiescent in Brief
'Acquiescent' [ˌækwiˈesnt] is an adjective that describes someone who is ready to accept something without protest or to do what someone else wants. It is often used to describe people who are compliant, submissive, or yielding. Examples include 'She was acquiescent to her boss's demands' and 'The students were acquiescent to the teacher's instructions.' Phrases like 'acquiescent nod' and 'acquiescent silence' denote nonverbal agreement or acceptance.
