B1nounbusinesslaw
US/əˈɡriː.mənt/
UK/əˈɡriː.mənt/
a plan or promise that people accept together, or having the same opinion
In context
The two companies signed an agreement to work together.
After hours of talking, they finally reached an agreement.
When she suggested a short break, everyone nodded in agreement.
Words that go with agreement
verb + noun
- reach an agreementThe workers and managers reached an agreement.
- sign an agreementBoth sides signed the agreement in Hanoi.
noun + preposition
- in agreementWe are all in agreement about the plan.
noun + noun
- trade agreementThe trade agreement will lower taxes on imports.
- rental agreementRead the rental agreement carefully before you sign.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
They have agreement with the plan.Correct: They are in agreement with the plan.