CONSENSUS

consensus

(noun) agreement in the judgment or opinion reached by a group as a whole; “the lack of consensus reflected differences in theoretical positions”; “those rights and obligations are based on an unstated consensus”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

consensus (countable and uncountable, plural consensuses)

A process of decision-making that seeks widespread agreement among group members.

General agreement among the members of a given group or community, each of which exercises some discretion in decision-making and follow-up action.

(attributive) Average projected value.

Antonyms

• dissensus

Source: Wiktionary


Con*sen"sus, n. Etym: [L. See Consent.]

Definition: Agreement; accord; consent. That traditional consensus of society which we call public opinion. Tylor.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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