Surrender Definition & Meaning
surrender
- noun
- acceptance of despair
- a verbal act of admitting defeat
- the delivery of a principal into lawful custody
- the act of surrendering (usually under agreed conditions); "they were protected until the capitulation of the fort"
- verb
- give up or agree to forgo to the power or possession of another; "The last Taleban fighters finally surrendered"
- relinquish possession or control over; "The squatters had to surrender the building after the police moved in"
"Surrender" in song lyrics
See how surrender is used in real songs:
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"To those who grew up thinking faith was a surrender of reason, but not a reason to surrender"
Aesop Rock — Citronella -
"Show your white towel, for surrender"
Akrobatik f/ Willie Evans Jr., Therapy — Black Hell Breaks Loose -
"i'll bite your nipple so simple and tender one touch and you'll surrender"
All City — Move on You (Remix)
Words that rhyme with surrender
Usage tips for "surrender"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "surrender" 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 surrender to find words that pair well.