acquiescence
noun/ˌækwiˈesns/
/ˌækwiˈesns/
[uncountable] (formal)- the fact of being willing to do what somebody wants and to accept their opinions, even if you are not sure that they are right
- There was general acquiescence in the UN sanctions.
Extra ExamplesTopics Discussion and agreementc2- I must admit, your acquiescence surprised me.
- The best one can hope for is grudging acquiescence from the majority in the party.
- The play is about acquiescence in the face of evil.
- The proposed law had the support, or at least the acquiescence, of the king.
- This meant, if not his consent, at least his acquiescence.
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