consensus
Pronunciation: [kənˈsɛn.səs]
Word
Context: "reach agreement"
(noun) when a group of people all agree on something. It’s like when all your friends decide together on a game to play, and everyone is happy with that choice.
Example
After a long discussion, the team reached a consensus about the project direction.
Example
There was no consensus among the group, and they couldn't decide what to do next.
Example
Can we find a consensus on where to go for our next field trip?
Context: "social agreement"
(noun) a general agreement among a group of people about a certain topic or idea. For example, when everyone in a class agrees that recess should be longer, that is a consensus.
Example
The class reached a consensus on the rules for the new game.
Example
Despite many discussions, the students could not come to a consensus on the best way to present their project.
Example
Is there a consensus on what movie we should watch for movie night?
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