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Acquiesced Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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acquiesced

ac-qui-esced

🇺🇸 /ˌækwiˈɛst/ · 🇬🇧 /ˌækwɪˈɛst/

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

consent, agreement

Acquiesced means to accept something reluctantly but without protest. It is often used in situations where an individual does not fully agree but chooses to go along with the decision or situation. This term can imply a loss of agency or desire to avoid conflict. People may acquiesce in various contexts, such as in personal relationships, workplace dynamics, or formal agreements. It can also suggest a passive acceptance rather than active support.

Synonyms

assented, conceded, submitted, yielded.

Examples of usage

  • She acquiesced to his demands after much debate.
  • The committee acquiesced to the changes without a fight.
  • Although he was unhappy, he acquiesced to the group’s decision.

Translations

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Quick facts about “acquiesced”

Acquiesced is a 3-syllable verb (ac-qui-esced). It is pronounced /ˌækwiˈɛst/ in American English and /ˌækwɪˈɛst/ in British English. On finesentence.com it has 1 meaning, 4 synonyms, and translations into 21 languages. It ranks #15,446 among the most common English words.

Origin of 'acquiesced'

The word 'acquiesce' is derived from the Latin verb 'acquiescere,' which means 'to rest' or 'to become quiet.' The prefix 'ad-' means 'to' or 'toward,' while 'quiescere' translates to 'to rest' or 'to be quiet.' It moved into Middle French as 'acquiescer,' maintaining a similar meaning of yielding or agreeing. The term entered the English language in the early 17th century and has since evolved to describe situations where individuals accept or comply with something even if they are not entirely in agreement. It often carries the connotation of passive compliance, emphasizing a lack of active opposition. In legal and formal contexts, acquiescence can also imply a tacit agreement or approval without explicit affirmation.

Rhymes

Acquiesced rhymes with celeste, est, midwest, rearrest, southwest, unaddressed, best and test.

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Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,446, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.