What does assent mean?
Assent means (intransitive) To agree to a proposal..
Assent
/əˈsɛnt/ · verb
Meaning
(intransitive) To agree to a proposal..
Definitions by Sense
- (intransitive) To agree to a proposal.
- Agreement; act of agreeing.
- (countable, property law) A legal instrument that conveys real estate to an heir under the terms of a will.
Example Sentences
And the Jews also assented, saying that these things were so.
The princess assented to all that was suggested.
To assent to the words Of medieval law To pay a corporal price To death, by lapidation
I will give this act my assent.
A number of other mergers of U.S. railroads are mooted, but the I.C.C. [Interstate Commerce Commission] has made it clear that its assent to the N.& W.-Virginian proposal, which was unopposed by competitors or stockholders, should not be taken as an indication that others will swiftly pass its scrutiny.
He lowered his head in assent.
Synonyms for assent
Antonyms for assent
Related Words
Word Forms
- assents
- assenting
- assented
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for assent?
Common synonyms include consent, affirm, allow, astipulate.
What is the opposite of assent?
Possible antonyms include decline, deny, disapprove, disassent.
How do you use assent in a sentence?
And the Jews also assented, saying that these things were so.
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