Consent

/kənˈsɛnt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Permission for something to happen or agreement to do something.

She gave her consent for the medical procedure.

The agreement of all parties involved, typically in a legal context.

The contract was valid because it was signed with the consent of all partners.

A formal agreement or approval.

Consent is required from both parents for the trip.

verb

Give permission for something to happen.

He consented to the changes in the agreement.

Express willingness to accept something.

The committee consented to the proposed changes in the bylaws.

Agree to do something.

She consented to attend the meeting on behalf of her team.

From Latin consentire, meaning 'to feel together'.

informed consent:

A process by which a fully informed person can participate in decisions about their healthcare.

tacit consent:

Consent expressed by actions rather than words, indicating agreement without verbal confirmation.

consent form:

A document that a person signs to indicate they agree to something, often used in legal or medical contexts.

It's cool.

If she's okay with it, then it's all good. It's cool.

Go ahead.

If you want to use my car, just go ahead. I consent.