assent
nounHow many syllables in assent?
There are 2 syllables in the word assent.How to pronounce assent:
Definition of assent:
- assent (noun):
- agreement with a statement or proposal to do something.
Synonyms for assent:
acceptance
accession
accord
acquiescence
agreement
approval
compliance
conceding
concession
concurrence
consent
permission
sanction
Antonyms for assent:
altercation
animadversion
annulment
antagonism
arguing
argument
aversion
beef
bicker
blackball
blame
boycott
cancelation
cancellation
castigation
cavil
censure
challenge
clash
clashing
complaint
concern
condemnation
conflict
contention
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