unanimity

noun

una·​nim·​i·​ty ˌyü-nə-ˈni-mə-tē How to pronounce unanimity (audio)
: the quality or state of being unanimous

Examples of unanimity in a Sentence

in a rare moment of unanimity the club members decided to throw a party for themselves
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The Security Council also continues to extend the mandates of peacekeeping operations, although with more limited unanimity. Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Foreign Affairs, 2 Sep. 2024 Whether the vote count ran 30-0 or 29-1 (or 29-0, with one abstention) in favor is immaterial, as the approval did not hinge on unanimity. Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 17 July 2024 Jurors sent a note Monday morning asking whether a not guilty verdict on a single count requires unanimity. Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 15 July 2024 The conversation was wide ranging, with the committee leaders sharing various views on the situation, but there was no unanimity on what should be done, the people said. Compiled Bydemocrat-Gazette Stafffrom Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 8 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for unanimity 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unanimity was in the 15th century

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“Unanimity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unanimity. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.

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