unanimous

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English

WOTD – 18 May 2008

Etymology

From Latin ūnanimus (“of one mind”), from ūnus (“one”) +‎ animus (“mind”). Displaced native Old English ānmōd (literally “one-minded”).

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Adjective

unanimous (not comparable)

  1. Based on unanimity, assent or agreement.
    The debate went on for hours, but in the end the decision was unanimous.
    • 1873, Juliette Augusta Magill Kinzie, Wau-bun‎:
      That of their small force, some of the soldiers were superannuated, others invalid; therefore, since the course to be pursued was left discretional, their unanimous advice was, to remain where they were, and fortify themselves as strongly as possible.
  2. Sharing the same views or opinions, and being in harmony or accord.
    We were unanimous: the President had to go.

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