assentation

noun

as·​sen·​ta·​tion ˌa-sᵊn-ˈtā-shən How to pronounce assentation (audio)
ˌa-ˌsen-
: ready assent especially when insincere or obsequious

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of assentation was in the 15th century

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“Assentation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/assentation. Accessed 23 Mar. 2023.

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