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acquiescence

/əˌkwɪˈɛsəns/ noun · British & US
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What does acquiescence mean?

noun

The action or fact of accepting or agreeing to something, especially when you do not want to or do not agree with it. A state of being willing to accept or comply with something.

Example

"Her acquiescence to the plan was reluctant, but ultimately necessary."

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