Acquiesence

/ˌækwiˈɛsəns/ noun

Definition

Alternative or archaic spelling of acquiescence; the action of accepting something without protest.

Etymology

Variant spelling of acquiescence (from Latin acquiescentia), showing how English spelling was less standardized in earlier centuries.

Kelly Says

This spelling variation is a fossil from Early Modern English when consistent spelling hadn't yet taken hold. You might spot it in old books where the same word appears spelled multiple ways!

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