acquiescenza — meaning in English
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English meaning
- acquiescence noun Quiet agreement or acceptance, given without openly objecting but also without clearly saying yes.
- appeasement noun The act of calming someone, especially by giving in to their demands to avoid conflict.
Senses
acquiescenza is used for these senses in English:
- acquiescence 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.
- appeasement The state of being appeased; the policy of giving in to demands in order to preserve the peace.
acquiescence — full definition
- noun Quiet agreement or acceptance, given without openly objecting but also without clearly saying yes.
- 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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