The difference between Acquiesce and Conform

When used as verbs, acquiesce means to rest satisfied, or apparently satisfied, or to rest without opposition and discontent (usually implying previous opposition or discontent), whereas conform means }} to act in accordance with expectations.


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  1. Acquiesce as a verb (intransitive, with '''[[in]]''' (or sometimes '''[[with]]''', '''[[to]]''')):

    To rest satisfied, or apparently satisfied, or to rest without opposition and discontent (usually implying previous opposition or discontent); to accept or consent by silence or by omitting to object.

  2. Acquiesce as a verb (intransitive):

    To concur upon conviction; as, to acquiesce in an opinion; to assent to; usually, to concur, not heartily but so far as to forbear opposition.

  1. Conform as a verb (intransitive, of persons, often followed by {{m, to):

    }} To act in accordance with expectations; to behave in the manner of others, especially as a result of social pressure.

  2. Conform as a verb (intransitive, of things, situations, etc.):

    To be in accordance with a set of specifications or regulations, or with a policy or guideline.

  3. Conform as a verb (transitive):

    To make similar in form or nature; to make suitable for a purpose; to adapt.

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