It is valiant. Valiant: possessing or showing courage or determination.
C. it has negative connotation
an author writing from the point of view of the Indians that were already making their home in America would use this type of language because when Columbus came to America he invaded a space that was already occupied. even though it was a discovery for Spain and England that did not know America existed it was an invasion to the Indians.
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You want chinese food but your friend just got back from 6 weeks in San Francisco and is crazy for a good taco. You happily accept the prospect of a taco.
Another example of acceptance would be agreeing with the theory of evolution.