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consent

verb/kənˈsɛnt/

to agree to or give permission for something

Synonyms

• agree
• permit
• approve

Antonyms

• refuse
• forbid
• reject

consent in a sentence

Where it comes from

From Latin consentire 'to feel together, agree' (com- 'together' + sentire 'to feel').

Memory hook

Consent means saying yes after considering a request.

Word parts

• sens/sent — feel, perceive
  consent: con- (together) + sent (feel)

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• The Question on Stage Arts

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