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acquiescent

Acquiescent (adj) means willing to acquiesce, accept or agree to something without objection, protest or resistance.

adj
1
Willing to acquiesce, accept or agree to something without objection, protest or resistance.
2
Resting satisfied or submissive; disposed tacitly to submit.
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Etymology

From Latin acquiescens (present participle of acquiēscō).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of acquiescent?

"acquiescent" (adj) means willing to acquiesce, accept or agree to something without objection, protest or resistance.

What are the different meanings of acquiescent?

"acquiescent" has 2 main meanings: 1. Willing to acquiesce, accept or agree to something without objection, protest or resistance; 2. Resting satisfied or submissive; disposed tacitly to submit.

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