acquiescent

Pronunciation: /æˈkwi.ɛsn̩t/

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective willing to carry out the orders or wishes of another without protest

Etymology

From Latin acquiescens (present participle of acquiēscō).

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Synonyms

biddable

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