consensus
Say it: kun-SEN-sus /kənˈsɛnsəs/ · noun
What “consensus” means
General agreement within a group.
More precisely: General agreement among a group.
Example: “We reached a consensus on the budget after an hour of debate.”
When to use it
In meetings or group decisions, when people broadly support the same choice. It sounds neutral and slightly formal.
Similar words
agreement, accord, unanimity
Where it comes from
From Latin consentire, "to agree."
Quick check
After discussing several venues, the group broadly agrees that the village hall is the best choice. They have reached…
a compromise or consensus?
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