Definitions
- Describing the act of agreeing or giving approval to something. - Referring to the expression of agreement or consent to a proposal, idea, or opinion. - Talking about the acknowledgment and acceptance of a statement or decision made by someone else.
- Referring to the act of agreeing or expressing the same opinion as someone else. - Describing the state of having the same viewpoint or reaching the same conclusion. - Talking about the agreement or alignment of thoughts, ideas, or opinions.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve agreement or alignment of opinions.
- 2Both express the same viewpoint as someone else.
- 3Both indicate consent or approval.
- 4Both can be used in formal or informal contexts.
- 5Both are verbs that describe the act of agreeing.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Assent is more commonly used to describe giving approval or agreement to a proposal or request, while concur is often used to express agreement with an opinion or viewpoint.
- 2Formality: Assent is generally considered more formal than concur, which can be used in both formal and informal settings.
- 3Subjectivity: Assent implies a more active agreement or consent, while concur suggests a shared perspective or alignment of thoughts.
- 4Context: Assent is often used in legal or official contexts, while concur can be used in a wider range of situations.
Remember this!
Assent and concur are synonyms that both convey agreement or alignment of opinions. However, there are some differences in their usage, formality, subjectivity, context, and etymology. Assent is commonly used to give approval or agreement to a proposal or request, often in formal settings. On the other hand, concur is more versatile and can be used to express agreement with an opinion or viewpoint in both formal and informal contexts.
