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Acquiesced

Verb / ˌækwi:ˈest / Another word for acquiesced — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Acquiesced means to accept something reluctantly but without protest.

Synonyms & similar words

assent dissent accede acquiesce complied yielded consented accepted surrendered assented conceded submitted agreed bowed deferred relinquished relented tolerated approved acceded caved favored

Example sentences

  1. After much arguing, she finally acquiesced and agreed to go to the party.
  2. The company acquiesced to the workers' demands for better pay.
  3. He reluctantly acquiesced to his wife's request to sell their house.

Quotes

  • The man who acquiesces in evil is just as guilty as the man who perpetrates it. - Martin Luther King Jr.
  • One who acquiesces in evil is just as guilty as the one who perpetrates it. - Anonymous

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