agreed-upon
|a-greed-upon|
B2
/əˈɡriːd əˌpɒn/
(agree)
consensus
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agreed-upon' originates from the verb 'agree', which comes from Old French 'agreer', meaning 'to please' or 'to be in harmony'.
Historical Evolution
'agree' changed from the Old French word 'agreer' and eventually became the modern English word 'agree'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to be in harmony or to please', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to have the same opinion'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
accepted by all parties involved; mutually decided upon.
The agreed-upon terms were outlined in the contract.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40