concur
7 synonyms and 5 antonyms for concur, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To agree with an opinion, decision, or statement.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use concur
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
concur with
I concur
More formal than "agree"; common in legal, academic, or official writing.
Etymology
From Latin concurrere ("to run together, agree"), from con- ("together") plus currere ("to run").
Full origin of concur →Frequently asked questions
What does “concur” mean?
The word “concur” means to agree with an opinion, decision, or statement. In plain terms, to agree — often used in formal or written contexts such as legal opinions.
How do you pronounce “concur”?
“Concur” is pronounced kuhng-KUR (/kəŋˈkɝ/ in IPA).
How do you use “concur” in a sentence?
Here is “concur” used in a sentence: “The other judges concurred with the ruling.”
What is another word for “concur”?
Words with a similar meaning to “concur” include sympathize, accord, agree and coexist.
What is the opposite of “concur”?
The opposite of “concur” — its antonyms — are disagree, disperse, dissent, disassemble and diverge.
What part of speech is “concur”?
“Concur” is a verb.
Where does the word “concur” come from?
The word “concur” comes from Latin. From Latin concurrere ("to run together, agree"), from con- ("together") plus currere ("to run").
Is “concur” a common word?
“Concur” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
