assent meaning and definition

ASSENT noun

Definition of assent (noun)

1. agreement with a statement or proposal to do something
   • "he gave his assent eagerly"; "a murmur of acquiescence from the assembly"
   • synonyms: acquiescence

ASSENT verb

Definition of assent (verb)

1. to agree or express agreement
   • "The Maestro assented to the request for an encore"
   • synonyms: accede, acquiesce
   • antonym: dissent