Agreeing
/əˈɡriːɪŋ/
verbBeginnerCommonArts
Meaning
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Definitions
1
To concur; to be in accord or harmony.
/əˈɡriːɪŋ/
verbneutralBeginner
Arts
To have the same opinion or feeling
They are agreeing to the new rules.
💡 Simply: To say yes or to think the same way.
More Examples
2
I'm agreeing with your assessment of the situation.
How It's Used
General
"We're agreeing on the price."
Negotiations
"The two parties are still agreeing on the terms of the contract."
From the verb "agree," ultimately derived from the Old French "agreer" and Latin "ad- + gratus" (pleasing). It reflects a historical shift in meaning from 'being pleasing' to 'being in accord'.
The word's usage has remained relatively consistent throughout history, focusing on the core concept of shared opinion or consent.
Memory tip
Think 'agree' + '-ing' (present participle)
Practice
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Usage
45%Spoken
55%Written