consorted

[kuh n-sawr-tid]

consorted Definition

• 1. to associate or keep company with someone, usually with disapproval or for a particular purpose
• 2. to agree or be in harmony with something

Using consorted: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "consorted" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He was accused of consorting with known criminals.

• Example

  The colors of the painting consorted well with each other.

• Example

  The new furniture consorts perfectly with the old decor.

consorted Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for consorted

• associate
• mix
• mingle
• fraternize
• cooperate

Antonyms for consorted

• avoid
• shun
• disagree

Phrases with consorted

• consort with the enemy

  to associate or cooperate with an enemy or opposing force

  Example

  The general was court-martialed for consorting with the enemy.

• consort music

  music written for a group of instruments or voices

  Example

  The concert featured a selection of consort music from the Renaissance period.

• consort ship

  a ship that accompanies another ship for protection or support

  Example

  The navy sent a consort ship to escort the cargo vessel through the dangerous waters.

Origins of consorted

from Old French 'consorter', meaning 'to associate with'

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Summary: consorted in Brief

The verb 'consorted' [kuh n-sawr-tid] means to associate or keep company with someone, often with disapproval or for a particular purpose. It can also mean to agree or be in harmony with something. Examples include 'He was accused of consorting with known criminals' and 'The colors of the painting consorted well with each other.' 'Consort' extends into phrases like 'consort with the enemy,' denoting association with an opposing force, and 'consort music,' referring to music written for a group of instruments or voices.