non-consensual
|non-con-sen-su-al|
C1
/nɒn kənˈsɛnʃuəl/
without agreement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-consensual' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'consensual,' which comes from Latin 'consensus,' meaning 'agreement.'
Historical Evolution
'consensus' transformed from the Latin word 'consensus' into the modern English word 'consensual,' and with the addition of 'non-' became 'non-consensual.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not agreed upon,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not agreed upon by all parties involved.
The non-consensual sharing of personal data is a violation of privacy.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45