I agree

Meanings

1. 1phrasefixed phrase

   Used to say you share the same opinion as someone who has just spoken.

   Grammar: Can stand alone, or take with or that: I agree with you; I agree that it's late.

   Patterns

   • I agree with someone
   • I agree that something is true
   • I agree about something

   I agree with you; the film was too long.

   I agree that we need a better plan.

   'We should leave early.' 'I agree.'

2. 2phrasefixed phrase

   Used to accept a plan, offer or set of terms.

   Grammar: Often on forms: I agree to the terms.

   Patterns

   • I agree to something

   I agree to the terms and conditions.

   I agree to pay the fee in two parts.

   I agree to meet you at six.

Common combinations

I completely agree

I completely agree with your point.

I agree with you

I agree with you about the schedule.

I agree to the terms

Tick the box to say I agree to the terms.

I couldn't agree more

I couldn't agree more; it was a great idea.

I partly agree

I partly agree, but I have doubts.

Synonyms and how they differ

you're right

You're right says the other person is correct, while I agree states a shared opinion.

exactly

Exactly is shorter and more emphatic, and sounds more casual.

I concur

I concur is formal and used in writing and meetings.

fair enough

Fair enough accepts a point without full enthusiasm.

Opposites

Word family

agree verb

to have the same opinion or to say yes

agreement noun

a shared view or a deal

agreeable adjective

pleasant, or willing to accept

disagree verb

to have a different opinion

agreed adjective

settled or accepted by everyone

Commonly confused: I agree or I'm agree?

Practice

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