CONSENSUAL Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

consensual

adjective

Definition of consensual

as in reciprocal

agreed to by the people involved; done with the consent of the people involved a consensual decision She claims their relationship was consensual.

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Recent Examples of consensual Weinstein's lawyers argued the relationship was consensual. — Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 25 June 2026 Telegram said its moderation systems remove millions of pieces of harmful content each month, including non-consensual pornography. — Hanako Montgomery, CNN Money, 22 June 2026 The vaunted ability of mass media to unify the globe here comes off as a benevolent form of tyranny, of a consensual unanimity in which the bearer of truth gains total attention, total acceptance, and total gratitude. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 16 June 2026 Hauntings are the non-consensual, grueling subject matter of horror movies. — Virgie Tovar, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for consensual

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Trust Drives Accountability Today’s multigenerational and hybrid workforces expect leaders who can connect by demonstrating self‑awareness and empathy, as these are essential to building trust and reciprocal accountability.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
According to Tidal, the idea of Nas creating a playlist inspired by Jay-Z’s career was both reciprocal and congratulatory.

— Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 9 July 2026

Definition of reciprocal

Adjective

Anything other than a plane crash, such as a building fire, medical emergency or hazardous materials spill at the airport, is handled by the Carlsbad Fire Department, and a large incident would bring in mutual aid from other agencies in the region.

— Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 July 2026
There was a strong theme of mutual respect and admiration from the figureheads of Spain and Argentina as the teams enter the final day of preparation before Sunday’s World Cup final.

— Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 18 July 2026

Definition of mutual

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At Vanijya Bhawan in New Delhi, government officials described the agreement as a watershed moment for bilateral trade.

— Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 15 July 2026
While Switzerland is not a European Union member, it is deeply integrated into the European single market via a network of bilateral treaties.

— Justina Lee, CNBC, 14 July 2026

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