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concede

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /kənˈsiːd/

Forms: conceding, conceded

concede means: To accept that something is true or someone is right after arguing against it.

verb

RELUCTANTLY ADMITC1

To accept that something is true or someone is right after arguing against it.

  • I concede that you are right.
  • She finally conceded the point.
  • He conceded that his first answer was wrong.

How to use it: concede that… (I concede that your plan is cheaper.); concede something to someone (He conceded the point to his opponent.)

Similar words: admit, acknowledge, accept

Opposites: deny

Common phrases: concede a point, concede that something, concede to someone, concede the truth

ALLOW A SCOREB2

To let the other team or player score a goal or point against you.

  • Our team conceded two goals.
  • They rarely concede at home.
  • How many points did we concede?

Similar words: let in, allow

Common phrases: concede a goal, concede three points, concede a penalty

Questions about concede

What does concede mean?

To accept that something is true or someone is right after arguing against it.

What is concede in other languages?

Türkçe: kabul etmek · Español: admitir · Français: admettre · Deutsch: zugeben · Italiano: ammettere · 日本語: 認める

How do you pronounce concede?

It is pronounced /kənˈsiːd/.

How do you use concede in a sentence?

I concede that you are right. She finally conceded the point.

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