Accede
/ək-ˈsēd/
Definitions
- (v.) To agree or consent to a demand, request, or treaty, often by an authority or party involved in a legal matter.
The government acceded to the treaty after lengthy negotiations.
- (v.) To yield or give way to a claim, demand, or proposal legally or formally.
The landlord acceded to the tenant's request for repairs.
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- accedes
- acceded
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Commentary
Often used in formal or diplomatic legal contexts, 'accede' implies a voluntary and formal agreement, which can carry different implications than implicit consent or acquiescence.
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