Synonymous vs Unanimous - What's the difference?

As adjectives the difference between synonymous and unanimous

is that synonymous is having a similar meaning while unanimous is based on unanimity, assent or agreement.

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having a similar meaning

of, or being a synonym

(genetics, of a SNP) Such that both its forms yield the same sequenced protein.

* antonymous * nonsynonymous * (genetics) nonsynonymous

* synonym * synonymity

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Based on unanimity, assent or agreement.

The debate went on for hours, but in the end the decision was unanimous .

Sharing the same views or opinions, and being in harmony or accord.

We were unanimous : the President had to go.

* unanimously