consensus
/kənˈsensəs/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #5924 in the learning path
共识；普遍一致的意见
Definitions
n. General agreement among members of a group.
共识；普遍一致的意见
Example
We finally reached a consensus on where to eat.
我们终于就去哪里吃饭达成了共识。
There is a broad consensus among researchers that early childhood education can improve children's future learning outcomes.
研究人员普遍认为，幼儿教育能改善儿童未来的学习成效。
Collocations
- reach a consensus
- broad consensus
- consensus on
- build consensus
Word family
- consensual (adj.)
Synonyms
- agreement
Antonyms
- disagreement
Usage tip
常用reach a consensus on；共识未必全票一致。
FAQ
- What does consensus mean?
- General agreement among members of a group.
- How is consensus pronounced?
- UK /kənˈsensəs/, US /kənˈsensəs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
