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Meaning of acquiescence

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

acquiescence

Pronunciation:/ˈæk.wiːˌɛs.əns/

noun

Definitions

  1. A silent or passive assent or submission, or a submission with apparent content, distinguished from avowed consent on the one hand, and on the other, from opposition or open discontent; quiet satisfaction.

  2. Inaction, passivity, or neglect to take legal action when it is called for in order to assert, preserve, or safeguard a right, and which inaction implies the abandonment of said right.