acquiescence in French

acquiescence in French is acquiescement, consentement, péremption — acquiescence means quiet agreement or acceptance, given without openly objecting but also without clearly saying yes.

acquiescence in French

acquiescement

noun

A silent or passive assent or submission, or a submission with apparent consent, distinguished from avowed consent on the one hand, and on the other, from opposition or open discontent; quiet satisfaction.

consentement

noun

péremption

noun

(legal) Inaction, passivity, or neglect to take legal action when it is called for in order to assert, preserve, or safeguard a right, and which inaction implies the abandonment of said right.

What does "acquiescence" mean?

noun Quiet agreement or acceptance, given without openly objecting but also without clearly saying yes.
"His acquiescence to their demands surprised everyone."
noun (law) Failing to take legal action to protect a right, in a way that suggests the right has been given up.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

acquiescence in a sentence

His acquiescence to their demands surprised everyone.
She nodded in quiet acquiescence.

Similar words in French

assent

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "acquiescence" in French?

"acquiescence" in French is acquiescement, consentement, péremption. acquiescence means: Quiet agreement or acceptance, given without openly objecting but also without clearly saying yes.

Are there other ways to say "acquiescence" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "acquiescence": acquiescement, consentement, péremption.

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