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- Dictionaryconsensus/kənˈsɛnsəs/
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- 1. a general agreement: "there is a growing consensus that the current regime has failed" Similar Opposite
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1. a. : general agreement : unanimity. the consensus of their opinion, based on reports … from the border—John Hersey. b. : the judgment arrived at by most of those concerned. the consensus was to go ahead. 2. : group solidarity in sentiment and belief.
CONSENSUS definition: 1. a generally accepted opinion or decision among a group of people: 2. a generally accepted…. Learn more.
Consensus definition: majority of opinion. See examples of CONSENSUS used in a sentence.
A consensus is general agreement among a group of people. The consensus amongst scientists is that the world will warm up over the next few decades. [+ amongst] The question of when the troops should leave would be decided by consensus. Synonyms: agreement, general agreement, unanimity, common consent More Synonyms of consensus.
When there's a consensus, everyone agrees on something. If you're going to a movie with friends, you need to reach a consensus about which movie everyone wants to see.
1. An opinion or position reached by a group as a whole: "Among political women ... there is a clear consensus about the problems women candidates have traditionally faced" (Wendy Kaminer). See Usage Note at redundancy. 2. General agreement or accord: government by consensus.
an opinion that all members of a group agree with. consensus (about/on something) She is skilled at achieving consensus on sensitive issues. There is a growing consensus of opinion on this issue. an attempt to reach a consensus. There now exists a broad political consensus in favour of economic reform.
CONSENSUS definition: a situation in which all the people in a group agree about something: . Learn more.