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Consensus
Meaning
Noun
●
A process of
decision-making
that
seeks
widespread
agreement
among group members.
●
General
agreement
among the members of a given group or
community
, each of which
exercises
some
discretion
in
decision-making
and
follow-up
action.
●
In Computing:
An
agreement
on some
data
value that is
needed
during computation.
●
Average
projected
value.
Verb
●
To
seek
consensus
; to
hold
discussions
with the
aim
of
reaching
mutual
agreement.
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Origin
consensus
English
consensus
Latin
consentio
Latin
consentire
Latin
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Etym
Antonyms
Dissensus
Dissent
Related
Agreement
Discussion
Debate
Conclusion
Accord
Convergence
Compromise
Hypothesis
Cooperation
Theory
Negotiation
Dialogue
Collaboration
Belief
Solidarity
Argument
Legitimacy
Sentiment
Discourse
Deliberation
Acceptance
Opinion
Decision
Evidence
Conflict
View
Unity
Judgment
Principle
Synergy
Resolution
Coherence
Conclusions
Controversy
Presumption
Conventional Wisdom
Common Ground
Middle Ground
Popular Opinion
Public Opinion
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