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Concede Definition & Meaning

concede
verb
  1. admit (to a wrongdoing); "She confessed that she had taken the money"
  2. be willing to concede; "I grant you this much"
  3. give over; surrender or relinquish to the physical control of another
  4. acknowledge defeat; "The candidate conceded after enough votes had come in to show that he would lose"

"Concede" in song lyrics

See how concede is used in real songs:

  • "Unto you I will concede"
    DC Talk — So Help Me God
  • "Never a choice to concede"
    Elemental Zazen — Handcuffs
  • "I move a mountain with a must concede"
    Jeru the Damaja — Logic

Usage tips for "concede"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "concede" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for concede to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does concede mean?
admit (to a wrongdoing); "She confessed that she had taken the money" be willing to concede; "I grant you this much" give over; surrender or relinquish to the physical control of another acknowledge defeat; "The candidate conceded after enough votes had come in to show that he would lose"
What part of speech is concede?
Concede is a verb.
How many definitions does concede have?
Concede has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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