assents
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B2
/əˈsɛnts/
(assent)
agreement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'assent' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'assentire', where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'sentire' meant 'to feel'.
Historical Evolution
'assent' changed from Old French 'assentir' and Middle English 'assenten' and eventually became the modern English word 'assent'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to agree by feeling or to give assent', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to express agreement or approval'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural of 'assent': expressions of approval or agreement; consents.
The committee's assents were required before the plan could proceed.
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Last updated: 2025/11/02 10:30