Acquiesce: meaning, definitions and examples

This word is used when someone agrees to something passively or without protest, often reluctantly.

• She didn't really want to go on the trip, but she acquiesced to their plans.
• He acquiesced to the new company policies without raising any objections.

This word is appropriate when someone follows rules, requests, or demands, especially where there might be an expectation or requirement.

• Employees must comply with the new safety regulations.
• He complied with the police officer's orders without hesitation.

This word is used when someone gives permission or agreement, particularly in formal or legal scenarios.

• The patient gave consent for the surgery.
• They needed her consent to release the confidential information.

This word implies giving way to someone else’s wishes or demands, often indicating a form of submission or surrender.

• After hours of debate, he finally yielded to her arguments.
• Drivers must yield to pedestrians at the crosswalk.

When you reluctantly accept something without arguing, especially when you are not happy about it.

• She acquiesced to her parents' wishes and chose a different career

When you accept someone else's authority or decision, often suggesting a lack of power or choice.

• After hours of discussion, they had to submit to the director's decision

When you have the same opinion as someone else or consent to something with a positive attitude.

• They both agreed on the best course of action for their project

When you admit or acknowledge something often unwillingly, commonly used in debates or competitions.

• He conceded that her argument was stronger, even though it was hard for him to do so