Concord

/ˈkɒn.kɔːrd/

Meaning & Definition

noun
Agreement or harmony between people or groups.
The conference aimed to promote concord among the participating nations.
The condition of being in harmony or compatible.
The concord in their relationship was evident in the way they communicated.
A treaty or agreement.
The two countries signed a concord that aimed to resolve their longstanding disputes.
In music, a compatible combination of sounds; a harmonious chord.
The pianist played a beautiful concord that filled the room with warmth.

Etymology

Middle English, from Latin 'concordia', from 'concord-, concordis', meaning 'hearts together'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in concord
in agreement or harmony.
concord of opinion
a general agreement among people.
live in concord
to coexist peacefully.

Related Words

accord
A state in which people or things agree.
harmony
A combination of simultaneously sounded musical notes.
unity
The state of being one; oneness.

Slang Meanings