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decree vs consent decree

consent decree vs decree

decree and consent decree both are nouns.

decree is a verb but consent decree is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
decree Yes No Yes No
consent decree Yes No No No
As nouns, consent decree is a hyponym of decree; that is, consent decree is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than decree:
  • decree: a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge)
  • consent decree: an agreement between two parties that is sanctioned by the court; for example, a company might agree to stop certain questionable practices without admitting guilt
decree (noun) consent decree (noun)
a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge) an agreement between two parties that is sanctioned by the court; for example, a company might agree to stop certain questionable practices without admitting guilt
decree (verb) consent decree (verb)
decide with authority
issue a decree
Difference between decree and consent decree

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