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Meaning of Concede
The primary meaning of the word "concede" is to admit or acknowledge something, often reluctantly, or to surrender or yield something.
Definitions
- To admit or acknowledge something, especially reluctantly
- * To surrender or yield something, such as a point or a claim
- * To give in or give up, often in a contest or competition
Etymology of Concede
The word "concede" comes from the Latin "concedere", which means "to give in" or "to yield"
It is derived from "con-" (meaning "together") and "cedere" (meaning "to give" or "to yield")
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to mean "to give in" or "to surrender"
Example Uses
- The opponent conceded the game after a series of mistakes
- * She conceded that she had made a mistake and apologized for it
- * The company conceded to the union's demands after a long negotiation