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unanimous

u·nan·i·mous

unanimous

 
 
pronunciation:
yu nae nih ms
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: in complete agreement.
The group is unanimous in wanting a new leader.
definition 2: showing, based on, or characterized by complete agreement.
Hal was elected treasurer by a unanimous vote.
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derivations: unanimously (adv.), unanimity (n.), unanimousness (n.)
Word History
Unanimous comes from unanimus, a Latin word that means "of one mind."
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