English Synonym Finder

concede

Definitions

To admit that something is true or valid after first denying or resisting it.

To surrender or yield something, such as a possession, right, or point in a contest.

Examples

After a long and difficult match, the champion had to concede defeat to the younger player.

The company decided to concede the point during negotiations to reach a faster agreement.

It is often difficult for politicians to concede that their opponents have a valid argument.

Synonyms

admit yield surrender accept grant capitulate acknowledge

Antonyms

deny refuse contest defend withhold oppose dispute