CONSENTS Synonyms: 82 Similar and Opposite Words

consents 1 of 2

noun

plural of consent

as in permissions

the approval by someone in authority for the doing of something we had to get our neighbor's consent in order to trim the tree from his side

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consents

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verb

present tense third-person singular of consent

as in agrees

to give or express one's approval (as to a proposal) refused to consent to the marriage

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Noun

For those with an eye on the future and a mindset of settlement and creating homes for others, planning and consents are in place for 400 new beachfront properties. — Nielsen Dinwoodie, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026 This means cost-sharing for stormwater improvements will continue to be structured by the 83/17 split for decades to come – unless GLWA consents to renegotiating the deal. — Nicole Van Lier, The Conversation, 13 May 2026 Failure to provide additional information or consents will be grounds for disqualification, unless prohibited under applicable law. — Time, 10 Feb. 2026

Verb

No one specifically consents to be included in them, but people have no choice. — Anne Toomey McKenna, The Conversation, 30 June 2026 Under Virginia law, the identity of a winner cannot be disclosed by the lottery if their prize is valued at $1 million or more, unless the person consents to that disclosure in writing. — David Chiu, People.com, 19 Aug. 2025 The site adds that the winner's identity (in this case, the beneficiary) is kept confidential under Ohio law, unless the winner consents to be identified in writing. — Alex Perry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Aug. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for consents

Noun

They route requests, apply authentication, manage tool permissions, and log activity.

— Janakiram MSV, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
Random games, free streaming apps or odd utilities can come with permissions or fine print that most people skip.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026

Definition of permissions

Noun

This platform streamlines patient access to therapies by connecting drug makers, prescribers, and pharmacies, effectively reducing barriers like financial hurdles and prior authorizations.

— Bruce Japsen, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
He is accused of not checking work authorizations before hiring laborers, according to the Post.

— Irene Wright, USA Today, 26 June 2026

Definition of authorizations

Noun

Licenses and permits, including a sales tax permit if products will be sold, also may be required.

— Metro Creative Services, Boston Herald, 6 Apr. 2026
On Monday, the Overland Park City Council will look at special events permits for the farmers market to take place this spring and summer — including issuing a special events permit for the market’s new location, 7950 Marty Street, starting in early June.

— Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 31 Jan. 2026

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