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Acquiescent
Ready to agree or approve without protest; compliant.
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When the aroma therapist (one who specializes in fragrance and its healing powers) finds a new aromatic compound, he/she has to acquire enough documentation about its medicinal uses in order to convince others to agree with him/her. Would you agree to start a journey to find a dealer who is willing to sell you a car for a cent?
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Sounds Like
ak-wee-ESS-uhnt
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Looks Like
Acquire scent
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Remember This
From the verb acquiesce; related word quiescent means quiet or at rest. The prefix ac- plus quiescere suggests drawing near to rest in agreement.
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Other Forms
acquiesceverb
acquiescencenoun
acquiescentlyadverb
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Connect With
compliant, amenable, yielding, obedient, consensual
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Note
Acquiesce can imply passive acceptance rather than enthusiastic consent; acquiescent describes a person who tends to yield rather than actively resist. Do not confuse with 'accede' (to agree to a demand), though the ideas overlap.
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Examples
- The committee was acquiescent to the proposal after its benefits were explained.
- She took an acquiescent approach, agreeing to the terms without objection.
Synonyms
compliantamenableconsentingyieldingdocile
Antonyms
defiantresistantuncooperative
Etymology
From Latin acquiescere, from ad- 'toward' + quiescere 'to rest'; related to quiescent meaning quiet or at rest.
Mnemonic
A quiet yes: ACQUIEScent reminds you that it means silent assent.
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