Pronunciation: /ˌækwiˈɛsəns/
noun consent or agreement without protest
A1 She nodded her head in acquiescence when asked if she wanted more tea.
A2 The students showed their acquiescence by quietly following the teacher's instructions.
B1 The employees reluctantly gave their acquiescence to the new company policy.
B2 The politician's acquiescence to the controversial bill surprised many of his supporters.
C1 The CEO's acquiescence to the demands of the shareholders led to a significant change in company strategy.
C2 The acquiescence of the citizens to the government's decision sparked a heated debate among political analysts.
formal The employee's acquiescence to the new company policy was noted by management.
informal She nodded in acquiescence when asked if she wanted to join the team for lunch.
slang I gave a little head nod of acquiescence to show I was on board with the plan.
figurative His acquiescence to her demands was like a surrender to her power.
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