acquiescent meaning

Definition of acquiescent

1. willing to carry out the orders or wishes of another without protest
   • too acquiescent to challenge authority
   • a gentle, biddable soul

   Synonyms: biddable

   Similar: obedient

   Related forms: acquiescence, acquiesce

How to pronounce acquiescent

acquiescent is pronounced /ˌækwiˈɛsənt/ in American English. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the third syllable.

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