Definition

A general agreement or shared opinion among a group of people.

Example

The committee reached a consensus on the new policy after much discussion.

Conversation

Did you hear about the meeting yesterday?

Yeah, I heard they reached a consensus on the new project.

That's great! It means everyone is on the same page now.

Exactly, and that should help us move forward smoothly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Consensus → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "sensus" (from Latin "sensus", meaning feeling or perception). The word "consensus" refers to a general agreement or shared feeling among a group of people.

Memory Tip

Think of people coming together ('con-') to share a common feeling or opinion ('sensus'). This helps you remember that consensus means a general agreement.

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