Meaning of consent in English

1. Pronunciation

   /kənˈsɛnt/

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1. Verb

   consent

   Definitions

   1. give an affirmative reply to

   Examples

   • « respond favorably to »
   • « I cannot accept your invitation »
   • « I go for this resolution »

   Antonyms

   • refuse
   • decline

2. Noun

   consent

   Etymology

   Middle English: from Old French consente (noun), consentir (verb), from Latin consentire, from con-‘together’ + sentire‘feel’

   Definitions

   1. permission to do something

   Examples

   • « he indicated his consent »