Meaning & Definition of word "Concede"

Concede

/kənˈsiːd/

1. To admit that something is true or valid after initially denying or resisting it.
- Example: After a long debate, she had to concede that her opponent made a valid point.
2. To surrender or yield something to another.
- Example: The company had to concede market share to its competitors.
3. To give up or admit defeat in a competition or argument.
- Example: He decided to concede the match when he realized he was too injured to continue.

Middle English, from Latin 'concedere', which means 'to yield, admit'.

concede defeat:

To admit that one has lost.

concede a point:

To acknowledge that a particular point in an argument is valid.

concede terms:

To accept the conditions set forth by the opposing party.

concession:

A thing that is granted, especially in response to demands.

accede:

To agree to a demand or request.

yield:

To give way to arguments, demands, or pressure.

Meaning: To give in or back down.

Example Sentence: He finally conceded on the argument after everyone weighed in.

Meaning: To admit a flaw or mistake.

Example Sentence: She conceded that her plan wasn't the best after hearing the feedback.