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consenting Meaning & Definition

Q: What are the comparative and superlative forms of consenting?

The comparative form is more consenting and the superlative form is most consenting.

Phonetic codes: K AH0 N S EH1 N T IH0 NG

What Does Consenting Mean?

As a verb, consenting means present participle and gerund of consent. As an adjective, it means Giving consent; agreeing to something.

Quick Facts About Consenting

Part of speech	verb, adjective
Synonyms	willing, acquiesce and agree
Antonyms	disagree, object and oppose
Comparative / superlative	more consenting, most consenting

Consenting Definition (Verb)

present participle and gerund of consent

Consenting as an Adjective

Giving consent; agreeing to something.
The law prohibits payment for sex, even between consenting adults.
Done with the consent of all parties involved.
consenting sex

Verb

To express willingness, to give permission.
After reflecting a little bit, I've consented.
To cause to sign a consent form.
To grant; to allow; to assent to.
To agree in opinion or sentiment; to be of the same mind; to accord; to concur.

Synonyms of Consenting

willing acquiesce agree approve assent concur yes

Consenting synonyms and antonyms →

Antonyms of Consenting

disagree object oppose

Consenting in a Sentence

The law prohibits payment for sex, even between consenting adults.

consenting sex

After reflecting a little bit, I've consented.

Word Forms & Grammar

consenting

consenting (comparative more consenting, superlative most consenting)

Frequently Asked Questions About Consenting

Is consenting a verb or an adjective?

Consenting is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective.

What is another word for consenting?

Words with a similar meaning to consenting include willing, acquiesce and agree. See the full list of consenting synonyms and antonyms.

What is the opposite of consenting?

The opposite of consenting can be expressed with words like disagree, object and oppose.

What are the comparative and superlative forms of consenting?

The comparative form is more consenting and the superlative form is most consenting.