concur

What does “concur” mean?

verb.to be of the same opinion; to agree.

SAT Usage

This term often appears in contexts discussing collaboration, consensus, or differing viewpoints in literature, social sciences, or historical analysis. It emphasizes a sense of harmony or unified thought among individuals, distinguishing it from similar words like "assent," which implies agreement but may not convey the same depth of shared understanding or mutual respect.

Common Confusions

Concur implies a strong, mutual agreement among individuals, while assent usually suggests a more passive or formal acceptance of a viewpoint without necessarily sharing a deep understanding or connection.

Example Sentences

• All three judges concur on the final verdict.

• Most reviewers concur that this sequel outshines the first movie.

Word Parts: How to Remember “concur”

Break “concur” into its parts: co- (together, with) + -cur- (run). Knowing roots like these helps you decode unfamiliar SAT vocabulary.

• Prefix: co- together, with (Latin)
• Root: -cur- run (Latin)