Antonyms for consent to


Grammar : Verb
Spell : kuh n-sent
Phonetic Transcription : kənˈsɛnt


Definition of consent to

Origin :
  • early 13c., from Old French consentir (12c.) "agree, comply," from Latin consentire "feel together," from com- "with" (see com-) + sentire "to feel" (see sense (n.)). "Feeling together," hence, "agreeing, giving permission," apparently a sense evolution that took place in French before the word reached English. Related: Consented; consenting.
  • As in okay : verb agree to
  • As in tolerate : verb allow, indulge
  • As in abide by : verb accept
  • As in comply : verb abide by, follow agreement or instructions
  • As in go : verb endure
  • As in grant : verb authorize, allow

Synonyms for consent to

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