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agreement
/əˈɡriːmənt/
a mutual understanding or arrangement
We reached an agreement on the project timeline.
Both parties agreed on the schedule for the project.
general
a mutual understanding or arrangement between parties
The two companies signed an agreement to collaborate.
They formalized their partnership with a signed contract.
Can refer to both formal contracts and informal understandings.
general
a state of harmony or consensus
There was general agreement on the proposal.
Most people supported the proposal.
Often used in discussions or negotiations.
Collocations
come to an agreementto reach a mutual understandingagreement in principlea preliminary acceptance of an ideaagreement to disagreeaccepting that opinions differ
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Use
Use 'agreement' in formal contexts like contracts, but it can also describe informal understandings.
Gold Rule
Legal vs. General Use
In legal contexts, 'agreement' often refers to a formal contract, while in general use, it can describe any mutual understanding.
Word Origin
From Middle English *agreement*, from Old French *agreement*, from *agreer* (to agree).
Usage Notes
Can be used in both formal and informal contexts, depending on the situation.
Word Breakdown
agree
to have the same opinion or reach a mutual understanding
root-ment
the result or process of
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