Basic Details
Word: Consensus
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: An agreement reached by a group or majority.
Synonyms: Agreement, harmony, accord
Antonyms: Disagreement, conflict, discord
Idioms and Phrases
- Reach a consensus: To come to an agreement after discussions. Example: "After much discussion, the team was able to reach a consensus on the project's direction."
- Consensus of opinion: The general agreement of a group. Example: "The consensus of opinion among the students was that they enjoyed the field trip."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The committee worked hard to find a consensus on the best solution for the schools fundraising event.
Example 2: After discussing various ideas, the class reached a consensus to have a picnic at the park.
Example 3: Although there were different viewpoints, a consensus was formed, allowing everyone to move forward together.
Fun Fact
The word "consensus" comes from the Latin word "consensus," which means "agreement" or "feel together." It shows how groups can come together and make collective decisions.
Famous Quote
"The miracle is not that we do this work, but that we are happy to do it." Mother Teresa
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "consensus" mean?
a) A type of food
b) A disagreement among friends
c) An agreement reached by a group
d) A place to meet
Answer: c) An agreement reached by a group
2. Which of these is a synonym of "consensus"?
a) Conflict
b) Accord
c) Disagreement
d) Dispute
Answer: b) Accord
3. What is an antonym of "consensus"?
a) Harmony
b) Agreement
c) Discord
d) Accord
Answer: c) Discord
4. Which of the following sentences uses "consensus" correctly?
a) The dog barked in consensus with the mailman.
b) Everyone at the meeting reached a consensus about the budget.
c) The consensus was to eat pizza and play cricket.
d) He won the marathon with a strong consensus.
Answer: b) Everyone at the meeting reached a consensus about the budget.
5. Which idiom means to come to an agreement?
a) To shake hands
b) Reach a consensus
c) To see eye to eye
d) To turn over a new leaf
Answer: b) Reach a consensus
