Cool MateConsent
UK //kənˈsɛnt//US //kənˈsɛnt//
Definition
Permission for something to happen or agreement to do something.
In simple words: Permission to do something.
Examples
- The doctor asked for my consent before proceeding with the surgery.
- Consent is required for participation in the study.
- She gave her consent to use her artwork in the exhibition.
- Without clear consent, the project cannot move forward.
- Legally, both parties must provide written consent.
Usage notes
Commonly used in legal, medical, and ethical contexts. Avoid in casual conversations unless discussing serious topics.
Grammar pattern
give + consent
Memory hint
Think of 'consent' as giving a 'seal' of permission.
Collocations
- informed consent
- give consent
- withhold consent
Synonyms
- permission
- approval
- agreement
- authorization
- assent
Antonyms
- disagreement
- refusal
- denial
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'consent' as a verb; it's primarily a noun in legal contexts.
- Overusing 'consent' in informal settings.
- Mixing up 'consent' with 'agreement'; they can differ in meaning.