assent

US /əˈsent/

UK /əˈsent/

1.

the expression of approval or agreement

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He gave his assent to the proposal.

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The committee finally gave its assent to the new rules.

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agreement acceptance approval consent acquiescence

1.

express approval or agreement, typically officially

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The Queen assented to the bill.

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He finally assented to their demands.

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agree consent concur acquiesce approve