Definition

The act of agreeing or giving approval, often in a way that seems insincere or overly eager.

Example

His assentation to the proposal seemed forced and lacking genuine enthusiasm.

Conversation

Did you notice how much assentation there was at the meeting yesterday?

Yeah, it felt like everyone was just agreeing for the sake of it.

Exactly, it made it hard to tell what people really thought.

I know! Sometimes I wish they’d just be honest instead.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Assentation is formed from "ad-" (meaning to) and "sentire" (meaning to feel or think). The word describes the act of agreeing or expressing approval, as it involves a feeling or thought directed towards agreement.

Memory Tip

Think of 'feeling' or 'thinking' ('sentire') towards something, which helps you remember that 'assentation' means expressing agreement.

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