The difference between Approbation and Consent

When used as nouns, approbation means the act of approving, whereas consent means voluntary agreement or permission.

Consent is also verb with the meaning: to express willingness, to give permission.

check bellow for the other definitions of Approbation and Consent

  1. Approbation as a noun:

    The act of approving; an assenting to the propriety of a thing with some degree of pleasure or satisfaction; approval, sanction, commendation or official recognition.

  1. Consent as a verb:

    To express willingness, to give permission.

    Examples:

    "After reflecting a little bit, I've consented."

  2. Consent as a verb (medicine):

    To cause to sign a consent form.

  3. Consent as a verb (obsolete):

    To grant; to allow; to assent to.

  4. Consent as a verb:

    To agree in opinion or sentiment; to be of the same mind; to accord; to concur.

  1. Consent as a noun:

    Voluntary agreement or permission.

  2. Consent as a noun (obsolete):

    Unity or agreement of opinion, sentiment, or inclination.

  3. Consent as a noun (obsolete):

    Advice; counsel.

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