Definition

To allow oneself to be controlled or influenced by someone or something else.

Example

After much consideration, she decided to submit to the rules of the competition.

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Conversation

I really had to submit to the teacher's rules this semester.

Yeah, sometimes it's tough to follow all the guidelines.

I guess we just have to accept it and move on.

Exactly! It's better to keep the peace than to fight back.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To present something for someone else to consider or decide about, often in a formal way.

Example

Please submit your application by the end of the month.

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Conversation

Have you decided when you will submit your project proposal?

Not yet, I’m still working on a few details.

I think you should submit it soon to get feedback early.

Root Explanation

Submit → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under) and "mittere" (meaning to send). The word means to send oneself under the authority or control of another.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sending' ('mittere') yourself 'under' ('sub-') someone else's authority — that's why submit means to yield or accept control.

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