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consent

/kənˈsɛnt/

noun

Meaning

  • Voluntary agreement or permission.

  • Unity or agreement of opinion, sentiment, or inclination.

  • Advice; counsel.

Synonyms

agreement,
approval,
assent,
consensualness,
permission,
willingness,
yes

verb

Meaning

  • To express willingness, to give permission.

    "After reflecting a little bit, I've consented."

  • To cause to sign a consent form.

  • To grant; to allow; to assent to.

  • To agree in opinion or sentiment; to be of the same mind; to accord; to concur.

Synonyms

acquiesce,
agree,
approve,
assent,
concur,
yes