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ACQUIESCENT

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Willing to carry out the orders or wishes of another without protest

Example:

a gentle, biddable soul

Synonyms:

acquiescent; biddable

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

obedient (dutifully complying with the commands or instructions of those in authority)

Derivation:

acquiesce (to agree or express agreement)

acquiescence (agreement with a statement or proposal to do something)

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