unanimous

[ yoo-nan-uh-muhs ]

adjective

1. of one mind; in complete agreement; agreed.
2. characterized by or showing complete agreement:

   a unanimous vote.

unanimous

/ juːˈnænɪməs; ˌjuːnəˈnɪmɪtɪ /

adjective

1. in complete or absolute agreement
2. characterized by complete agreement

   a unanimous decision

Derived Forms

• uˈnanimously, adverb
• unanimity, noun

Other Words From

• u·nan·i·mous·ly adverb
• u·nan·i·mous·ness noun
• non·u·nan·i·mous adjective
• non·u·nan·i·mous·ness noun
• qua·si-u·nan·i·mous adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of unanimous¹

First recorded in 1615–25; from Latin ūnanim(us), equivalent to ūn(us) “one” + animus “mind, heart, feeling” + -ous

Word History and Origins

Origin of unanimous¹

C17: from Latin ūnanimus from ūnus one + animus mind

Example Sentences

While several council members praised Mayor Karen Bass’ selection of a respected and experienced lawman to lead the department, the lack of unanimous approval underscored lingering concerns around McDonnell’s record on immigration as president-elect Donald Trump returns to office.

From Los Angeles Times

Benn has fought twice in the United States with the most recent in February a unanimous points win over Peter Dobson in a welterweight contest in Las Vegas.

From BBC

His previous federal case last year ended in a mistrial when the jury told the judge it could not reach a unanimous verdict.

From BBC

Club sources have stressed this was a difficult decision but a unanimous one and Ten Hag was informed of the decision by the club's board on Monday morning.

From BBC

The son of former world champion Ricky Hatton was beaten by unanimous verdict in front of his home Manchester crowd.

From BBC

Related Words

• consistent
• solid
• unified
• united
• universal