Words / B1

uh-GREEM-uh-nt/əˈɡriːmənt/

An agreement is a deal both sides accept: reach an agreement; a pay agreement; in agreement with. Agree is the verb. Contract is more legal and written; deal is everyday. Uncountable when it means the state of agreeing (there is little agreement). Do not write “an agree”.

Meaning

A decision or contract that two sides accept; also the state of having the same opinion.

Examples

• “The union reached an agreement on pay after three days of talks.”
• “The union reached an agreement on overtime after three days of talks.”
• “There is little agreement on the best date for the exam.”

Good to know

reach / sign an agreement; in agreement with. Verb: agree. Legal twin: contract. Everyday: deal.

Near in meaning

deal

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