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as·sent
assent
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- pronunciation:
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sent
- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb, noun), Homophone Note, Word Parts
part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
assents, assenting, assented |
definition: |
to agree (usually followed by "to").
Her boss assented to her request for a day off.- synonyms:
- agree, approve, concur, consent
- antonyms:
- dissent, protest
- similar words:
- accept, accord
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related words: |
comply, nod |
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part of speech: |
noun |
definition: |
agreement, approval, or consent.
The class finally reached assent about a gift for their teacher.- synonyms:
- agreement, approval, consent
- antonyms:
- dissent, refusal
- similar words:
- acceptance, accord, acknowledgment, blessing, sanction
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related words: |
concession, permission |
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derivations: |
assentive (adj.), assentingly (adv.) |
Are you looking for the word ascent (a climb)? Assent and ascent sound alike but have different meanings.
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