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Synonyms & Similar Words
compliant
submissive
obedient
yielding
passive
resigned
accepting
tolerant
permissive
conciliatory
placid
tranquil
calm
serene
peaceful
agreeable
amenable
accommodating
cooperative
docile
meek
mild
gentle
deferential
dutiful
obediential
abiding
nonresistant
unresisting
acquiescing
Meaning of Acquiescent
According to Merriam-Webster, "acquiescent" means giving in to or accepting something without resistance or protest
Definitions
- The Oxford English Dictionary defines "acquiescent" as agreeing or consenting to something, often without enthusiasm or active participation
- Cambridge Dictionary describes "acquiescent" as willing to accept or agree with something, even if you do not completely support it
Example Uses
- The company was acquiescent to the government's demands, despite having reservations about the new regulations
- She was acquiescent to her husband's decision, even though she had her own doubts about the plan
- The team was acquiescent to the coach's strategy, but they were not entirely convinced it would work
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
resistant
defiant
disobedient
rebellious
uncooperative
resistant
contrary
opposing
disagreeing
argumentative
contentious
combative
confrontational
hostile
aggressive
assertive
forceful
insistent
persistent
stubborn
unyielding
recalcitrant