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Assent Definition & Meaning

assent
noun
  1. agreement with a statement or proposal to do something; "he gave his assent eagerly"; "a murmur of acquiescence from the assembly"
verb
  1. to agree or express agreement; "The Maestro assented to the request for an encore"

"Assent" in song lyrics

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  • "what is common grounds of assent"
    AOL — AOL
  • "tone and common ground of assent"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "assent"

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Frequently asked questions

What does assent mean?
agreement with a statement or proposal to do something; "he gave his assent eagerly"; "a murmur of acquiescence from the assembly" to agree or express agreement; "The Maestro assented to the request for an encore"
What part of speech is assent?
Assent is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does assent have?
Assent has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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