agreement

Definition

  • noun: the act of agreeing
  • noun: the act or fact of 'agreeing'
  • synonyms: compact, contract, bargain

Examples

  • Everyone seems to be 'in agreement' [=seems to agree] about/on the need for reform, but there is much disagreement about how to achieve it.

  • We were surprised by his 'agreement' to participate. [=we were surprised that he agreed to participate]

  • He has to return the property under the terms of an 'agreement' he has with the original owner.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) ...but then you have to show Arthur what I just saw. Get us another seat on the plane. COBB: If I get on this plane and you don't honour our agreement... ...when we land, I go to jail for the rest of my life. Complete the job en route... ...I make one phone call from the plane... (..)
    2010 Inception