consensus

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Noun consensus has 1 sense

consensus - agreement in the judgment or opinion reached by a group as a whole; "the lack of consensus reflected differences in theoretical positions"; "those rights and obligations are based on an unstated consensus"
--₁ is a kind of agreement, accord

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Consensus

Noun:

1. A general agreement, opinion, or belief reached by a group of people.

Example Sentence:

The scientists reached a consensus on the best course of action to solve the environmental crisis.

2. The state or quality of having a general agreement or unanimity.

Example Sentence:

The decision was made by consensus, ensuring that everyone's voice was heard and considered.

3. A decision that is reached after discussion and negotiation.

Example Sentence:

The committee members came to a consensus on the budget for next year.

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