consent

[kənˈsent]

consent Definition

• 1. permission for something to happen or agreement to do something
• 2. agreement or approval of what is done or proposed by another

Using consent: Examples

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

• Example

  He gave his consent to the marriage.

• Example

  Without her consent, we cannot proceed with the project.

• Example

  The patient must give their consent before any medical procedure is performed.

• Example

  The company obtained consent from all parties involved.

consent Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for consent

• agreement
• permission
• approval
• assent
• concurrence

Antonyms for consent

• refusal
• objection
• disagreement

Idioms Using consent

• with one's consent

  with someone's permission or agreement

  Example

  I will not share your personal information with anyone without your consent.

• against one's consent

  without someone's permission or agreement

  Example

  The company cannot use your image in their advertising without your consent, as it would be against your consent.

• give one's consent

  to agree to something or give permission for something to happen

  Example

  The board of directors must give their consent before any major decisions are made.

Phrases with consent

• informed consent

  consent given by a person after they have been informed of the facts, risks, and benefits of a particular decision or action

  Example

  The doctor explained the procedure and risks to the patient, who then gave informed consent.

• sexual consent

  an agreement between people to engage in sexual activity

  Example

  It is important to obtain clear and enthusiastic sexual consent from all parties involved.

• implied consent

  consent that is not expressly granted but rather inferred from a person's actions or lack of objection

  Example

  By sitting in the dentist's chair, the patient gave implied consent for the dentist to examine their teeth.

Origins of consent

from Latin 'con-' meaning 'together' and 'sentire' meaning 'feel'

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Summary: consent in Brief

The term 'consent' [kənˈsent] refers to permission or agreement to do something. It can be given explicitly or implicitly, as in 'The patient must give their consent before any medical procedure is performed.' Consent can also refer to agreement or approval of what is done or proposed by another, as in 'The company obtained consent from all parties involved.' Phrases like 'informed consent' and 'sexual consent' denote specific types of consent, while idioms like 'with one's consent' and 'give one's consent' indicate permission or agreement.