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- pronunciation:
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| definition 1: |
When two people come to an agreement about something, it means that they now think the same way about it.
The brothers argued, but they finally came to an agreement about how long each of them could use the computer.- similar words:
- bargaining, deal
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| definition 2: |
When people make an agreement, they make a plan about something together. They decide what to do and what each person's job or role will be.
Our family made an agreement to clean the house together every Saturday.- synonyms:
- bargain, compact, contract, deal, understanding
- similar words:
- alliance
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| definition 3: |
When there is agreement between people, or when people are in agreement with each other, they want or think the same thing.
There is complete agreement among the students about the new school uniforms. Nobody likes them!My parents are usually in agreement about spending money.- synonyms:
- accord, harmony
- antonyms:
- conflict, dispute
- similar words:
- concert
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| definition 4: |
Some agreements are a serious and special promise. If someone accepts this type of agreement, it means that they will be breaking a rule or a law if they do not do what they promise. Usually this kind of agreement is written on paper, and a person signs their name on the paper to accept it.
When we got our cat from the animal shelter, my mom signed an agreement that said we would take good care of her.- synonyms:
- compact, contract
- similar words:
- alliance, settlement
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| related words: |
accord, compromise, consent |
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