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

  • (..) ...citing irreconcilable differences. This correct? - Yes, Your Honor. - Is Michael O'Donnell present? No, Your Honor. I take his absence as agreement to the orders of the divorce. - You are not requesting sole custody? - No, Your Honor. "You can't handle the truth!" What? (..)
    2009 17 Again