What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
agree
Example
I agree with you that the movie was great. [agree: verb]
Example
She agreed to help me with my project. [agreed: past tense]
Example
The color of the curtains agrees with the color of the walls. [agrees: present tense]
assent
Example
The board of directors gave their assent to the proposed budget. [assent: noun]
Example
He assented to the terms and conditions of the contract. [assented: past tense]
Example
She nodded her head in assent to show that she agreed with what was being said. [assent: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Agree is more commonly used than assent in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between agree and assent?
Assent is more formal than agree and is often used in legal or official contexts.
