Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A general agreement or shared opinion among a group of people about a particular matter.
Consensus
/kənˈsensəs/Synonyms:
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Examples:
There was a consensus to appoint her as the new CEO.
Consensus was reached after a lengthy discussion.
The team quickly reached a consensus on the strategy.
Etymology:
Derived from Latin consensus, meaning agreement, accord, stemming from the verb consentire, which means to feel together. The term reflects the idea of a mutual agreement or harmony.
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