consent
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /kənˈsɛnt/
KK: /kənˈsɛnt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To agree to something or to give permission for something to happen.
Example
She consented to the terms of the agreement after careful consideration.
Tense Forms
Past: consented
Past Participle: consented
Conversation
Did you consent to the changes in the project proposal?
Yeah, I thought it made more sense that way.
I hope everyone else can consent as easily as you did.
I'm sure they will; it really improves our chances.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
agree
assent
concur
Antonyms
disagree
refuse
decline
noun
Definition
The act of agreeing to something or giving permission for something to happen.
Example
The parents gave their consent for the children to go on the trip.
Conversation
I think we should all get together and discuss the project plans.
That sounds good, but we need to make sure we have everyone's consent first.
Right, it’s important that everyone agrees before moving forward.
Root Explanation
Consent → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "sentire" (meaning to feel). The word describes the act of feeling together or agreeing with someone.
Memory Tip
Think of people 'feeling together' ('sentire') to agree on something ('con-'). That's how consent means to agree.
Visually Confused Words
unconsent
reconsent
convent
content
concent
onset
coset
preconsent