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unanimity

American  
[yoo-nuh-nim-i-tee] / ˌyu nəˈnɪm ɪ ti /

noun

  1. the state or quality of being unanimous; a consensus or undivided opinion.

    The unanimity of the delegates was obvious on the first ballot.
    Synonyms:
    concert, unison, unity, harmony
    Antonyms:
    disagreement

Etymology

Origin of unanimity

1400–50; late Middle English unanimite < Middle French < Latin ūnanimitās, equivalent to ūnanim ( us ) unanimous + -itās -ity

Example Sentences

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The CD Howe Institute says its panel, a mix of economists from big banks and academia, demonstrated unanimity in its recommendations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Potentially, they ranked company culture third as they may place a high value on internal stakeholder buy-in and unanimity of purpose.

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

Trade restrictions require approval by a qualified majority of member states, while sanctions on individuals demand unanimity.

From BBC • Sep. 17, 2025

Times poll finds near unanimity in support for safer building after January’s wildfires.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2025

There was unanimity among the boys I played swordfights with that the best way was to die like a gladiator.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane

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