Consensual

/kənˈsɛnʃuəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to or made by mutual consent.

The two parties entered into a consensual agreement to collaborate on the project.

Involving the consent of all parties; voluntary.

They engaged in a consensual relationship based on trust and open communication.

Characterized by agreement or consent among individuals.

The decision was made consensually, ensuring that everyone's voice was heard.

Relating to or derived from consent, especially in a legal context.

The court recognized the consensual nature of the contract, validating the claims made by both sides.

From Latin 'consensualis', from 'consensus' meaning agreement.

consensual agreement

An agreement made with the consent of all parties.

consensual relationship

A relationship where both parties have mutually agreed to it.

consensual act

An act performed with the consent of all involved.

consent

Permission for something to happen or agreement to do something.

agreement

A mutual arrangement, typically one that is formalized.

tacit

Understood or implied without being directly stated.

Consen-yes

If both people are in, it's a consens-yes before it happens.

Green light

We gave each other the green light, so it was consensual.