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- parts of speech:
- intransitive verb, noun
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- Word Combinations (verb, noun), Word Builder, Word Explorer, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| inflections: |
consents, consenting, consented |
| definition: |
to give agreement, approval, or permission (often fol. by "to").
The generals consented to a cease-fire.Her parents reluctantly consented to the marriage.He consented to reconsider his decision.The company has consented to stop production of the car because of defects.- synonyms:
- agree, approve
- similar words:
- accede, accept, accord, assent, compromise, concur, permit, sanction
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| related words: |
acquiesce, agree, capitulate, comply, mind, submit |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
an approval or permission of another's plan or action.
Students need their parents' consent to go on the field trip.- synonyms:
- approval, permission
- similar words:
- acceptance, agreement, approbation, assent, authorization, go-ahead, green light, sanction
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| definition 2: |
agreement as to action, opinion, or value.
Some governments rule by consent of the majority.- synonyms:
- agreement, opinion
- antonyms:
- dissent
- similar words:
- assent, concurrence, consensus, sanction
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| related words: |
accession, affirmative, allowance, blessing, leave, license |
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| derivation: |
consenter (n.) |
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