The Only Use of
accede
in
Frankenstein - 1831 version
- I acceded with pleasure to this proposition: I was fond of exercise, and Clerval had always been my favourite companion in the ramble of this nature that I had taken among the scenes of my native country.
p. 71.2acceded = agreed
Definitions:
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(1)
(accede as in: accede to her suggestion) to agree to a request or demand -- often after hesitation or persuasion
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(2)
(accede as in: accede to the throne) to rise to a position of authority or office -- especially a throne or formal role