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consensually

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /kənˈsɛnʃuəli/

KK: /kənˈsɛnʃuəli/

adverb
Definition

In a way that involves agreement or consent from all parties involved.


Example

They decided to end the relationship consensually, ensuring both were in agreement.


Conversation
Sloth A
I think it's important to make decisions together in a relationship.
Sloth B
Absolutely! Everything should be done consensually to keep things healthy.
Sloth A
Right? It really helps in building trust between partners.
Sloth B
Exactly! When both people agree, it feels so much more genuine.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
mutually
jointly
together
Antonyms
unilaterally
independently
solely
Root Explanation

Consensually → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "sensus" (meaning feeling or perception) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner). The word "consensually" means in a manner that involves mutual agreement or feeling together.

Memory Tip

Think of people agreeing 'together' ('con-') based on their 'feelings' ('sensus') — that's why consensually means acting in agreement.

Visually Confused Words
unsensually
sensually
conventually
nonsensically
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