as in consistent
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
1
as in coinciding
to have or come to the same opinion or point of view
My husband and I agree on just about every aspect of child-rearing
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in bargaining
to come to an arrangement as to a course of action
since we couldn't agree, we tossed a coin to decide the matter
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in admitting
to accept the truth or existence of (something) usually reluctantly
finally agreed that the paint job was sloppy and would have to be redone
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in corresponding
to be in agreement on every point
the robber's story didn't agree with the cop's report on the incident
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
5
as in blending
to form a pleasing relationship
this warm climate seems to agree with you
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
6
as in assenting
to give or express one's approval (as to a proposal)
we'll have to get the author to agree to the revisions before the article can be published
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of agreeing
David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2026
Right-hander Cade Cavalli was the lone exception, meaning the pitcher’s representation must exchange figures and potentially go to a hearing with the club before agreeing to a 2026 salary.
—Andrew Golden, Washington Post, 9 Jan. 2026
The execs were asked about Deadline’s recent exclusive report that the AMPTP has put out feelers about the above-the-line unions agreeing to a contract term longer than three years in exchange for AMPTP making payments to their health plans.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 9 Jan. 2026
The Huntsman centers on an ICU nurse who becomes immersed in a dangerous world after agreeing to help a coma patient accused of murdering six women.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 9 Jan. 2026
Democrats warned that Texas and other other states have violated federal election law by agreeing to share voter roll data.
—Aarón Torres, Dallas Morning News, 9 Jan. 2026
Trae Young’s tenure in Atlanta is over, with the Hawks agreeing to trade the high-scoring and frequently criticized guard to the Washington Wizards for a package including veteran CJ McCollum, a person with knowledge of the move said Wednesday night.
—Tim Reynolds, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
So fans can expect to hear plenty of news breaking about various players agreeing to one-year deals to avoid arbitration.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
This comes amid wider Russian attack on cities closer to Ukraine's front-line regions, signaling that Moscow has no intention of easing up its targeting of infrastructure or agreeing to any ceasefire.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
Verb
The city settled the case two years later, agreeing to create 12,915 new shelter beds or other housing opportunities by June 2027.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for agreeing
Adjective
-
Federal prosecutors sought a sentence of roughly 30 years, consistent with sentencing guidelines.—
-
The heating coils are wrapped tightly and distributed evenly throughout the throw, providing consistent warmth without noticeable cold spots.—
Verb
-
The winners will be announced on February 16 at a gala event at the historic Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, coinciding with the foundation’s think-tank event, The World Forum on the Future of Democracy, AI/Tech and Humankind.—
-
Reader's Digest named Route 66 one of the best places to travel in 2026, coinciding with the highway's centennial.—
Verb
-
Allina and Doctors Council-SEIU have been bargaining a first contract since February of 2024.—
-
That’s true so long as the two sides are bargaining in good faith.—
Verb
-
That line admitting the control-room flub was later scratched from the streaming version.—
-
Doss runs four two-week sessions a year, each admitting about 30 students with the top scores on a basic adult education exam taken at orientation.—
Verb
-
When aftershock data is available, the corresponding maps and charts include earthquakes within 100 miles and seven days of the initial quake.—
-
To backers of the cuts, the savings reflect state efforts to blunt Colorado’s affordability crisis, especially as home valuations — and corresponding tax bills — skyrocketed following the pandemic.—
Verb
-
How DarkSpectre stayed hidden for years DarkSpectre succeeded by blending legitimate functionality with hidden malware.—
-
This approach highlights the company’s focus on blending practical functionality with playful design.—
Adjective
-
But for those of us who love love — who can clock not just the subtle rhythms of the genre but also the personal rhythms of a couple sharing an honest, congruent, life-altering experience — the details matter.—
-
All are or more or less congruent with Shelley’s masterwork.—
Verb
-
On Monday, Iranian state media said a man was arrested in Tehran on suspicion of collaborating with the Israeli spy agency Mossad.—
-
Stretch assignments may include high-visibility initiatives, turnaround assignments, working with high-profile clients, getting influence to get work done, and collaborating with challenging individuals.—
Cite this Entry
“Agreeing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/agreeing. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share