recede
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /rɪˈsiːd/
KK: /rɪˈsiːd/
intransitive verb
Definition
To move back or become less noticeable over time.
Example
As the tide began to recede, the beach was revealed once again.
Tense Forms
Past: receded
Past Participle: receded
Conversation
Have you noticed how the water level seems to recede after the rain stops?
Yeah, it's interesting to see how quickly it goes down.
I wonder how long it takes for it to completely recede sometimes.
Usually not too long, especially if the sun comes out!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
withdraw
retreat
diminish
Antonyms
advance
approach
increase
transitive verb
Definition
To move back or away from a previous position, often gradually or slowly.
Example
As the tide began to recede, the beach was revealed once again.
Tense Forms
Past: receded
Past Participle: receded
Conversation
I think we should recede some of our earlier plans for the weekend.
You mean like canceling the hike?
Yeah, the weather doesn’t look great, so we might need to recede our outdoor activities.
Root Explanation
Recede → It is formed from "re-" (meaning back or again) and "cedere" (meaning to go or yield). The word "recede" means to go back or withdraw from a position.
Memory Tip
Think of going 'back' ('re-') as you 'yield' ('cedere') from a place — that's why recede means to move back.
Visually Confused Words
precede
preceder
secede
remede
reeder
reeden
reeded
recode