Acquiesce (Verb)
Meaning
To agree or express agreement; "The Maestro assented to the request for an encore".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- The politician eventually acquiesced to the demands of the protesters after several days of negotiation.
- Although she had some reservations, she chose to acquiesce to her partner's decision and move forward with the business plan.
- The board of directors voted to acquiesce to the shareholders' proposals and adopt a new company policy.
- After a lengthy discussion, they agreed to acquiesce and allow the new manager to take charge of the project.
- She decided to acquiesce to her doctor's advice and undergo the recommended treatment, hoping for a full recovery.