concede
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /kənˈsiːd/
KK: /kənˈsid/
intransitive verb
Definition
To admit that something is true or valid after first denying it; to yield or give in.
Example
After a long debate, he finally conceded that he was wrong.
Tense Forms
Past: conceded
Past Participle: conceded
Conversation
I heard the debate was pretty intense last night.
Yeah, I think the other candidate might finally concede soon.
It’s about time, don’t you think?
Definitely! The results really show who the winner is.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
yield
submit
surrender
Antonyms
resist
defy
oppose
transitive verb
Definition
To admit that something is true or valid after initially denying it; to give up something, such as a right or privilege.
Example
After a long debate, he had to concede that his opponent made a valid point.
Tense Forms
Past: conceded
Past Participle: conceded
Conversation
I think I might need to concede that you were right about the movie choice.
Really? I didn't expect that!
Yeah, it was way better than I thought it would be.
Root Explanation
Concede is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "cedere" (meaning to yield or go). The word describes the act of yielding or giving in together, often in a debate or argument.
Memory Tip
Think of 'yielding together' — 'con-' means together, and 'cedere' means to yield. This helps you remember that to concede means to give in or admit something.
Visually Confused Words
reconcede
coned
unconceded
preconcede
coincide