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acquiescence

noun

/ˌæk.wiˈes.əns/

Meaning

The reluctant acceptance of something without protest.

the reluctant acceptance of something without protest

His silent acquiescence to unfair rules was surprising.

His nod was a sign of acquiescence.

acceptance, submission, compliance, consent, agreement

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acceptance, submission, compliance

Entry 2

consent, compliance, submission, agreement

resistance, defiance, opposition, protest, refusal

Entry 1

resistance, defiance, opposition

Entry 2

resistance, protest, refusal

silent acquiescence, passive acquiescence, nod of acquiescence

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