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accedence

|ac-ced-ence|

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/əkˈsiːdəns/

(accede)

agree or assume

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounNoun
accedeaccedersaccedesaccededaccededaccedingaccedenceacceder
Etymology
Etymology Information

'accedence' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'accedere,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'cedere' meant 'to go.'

Historical Evolution

'accedere' transformed into the Old French word 'acceder,' and eventually became the modern English word 'accede' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to go towards or approach,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'agreeing or consenting to something.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the act of acceding or agreeing to a demand, request, or treaty.

The accedence to the treaty was a significant step towards peace.

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Last updated: 2025/04/12 04:51