C1verb 2K

Concede

🇬🇧 UK /["/kənˈsiːd/","/kənˈsiːdz/","/kənˈsiːdɪd/","/kənˈsiːdɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/kənˈsiːd/","/kənˈsiːdz/","/kənˈsiːdɪd/","/kənˈsiːdɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Concede

to admit that something is true, logical, etc. after first denying it or resisting it

In simple words: To admit that something is true or that you have lost.

Concede in a sentence

• After a long debate, he had to concede that his opponent made some valid points.
• Despite his fierce determination, he decided to concede the match in the final moments.
• The government may eventually need to concede more power to the local authorities.
• In negotiations, it is often necessary to concede certain demands to reach an agreement.
• She chose not to concede anything during the discussion, standing firmly by her beliefs.

How to use Concede

Used in discussions, debates, or competitions to acknowledge an opposing argument or result. It may not be appropriate in casual conversations where a more informal tone is expected.

Grammar pattern

concede + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'con-cede' — imagine conceding ground to the other team in a game.

Related words

Collocations with Concede

• eventually
• finally
• readily
• be forced to
• be prepared to
• be willing to
• to
• eventually
• finally
• readily
• be forced to
• be prepared to
• be willing to
• to
• eventually
• finally
• readily
• be forced to
• be prepared to
• be willing to
• to

Synonyms for Concede

• admit
• acknowledge
• yield
• grant
• surrender

Opposites of Concede

• deny
• dispute
• refuse

Common mistakes with Concede

• Confused with 'succeed' — they have opposite meanings.
• Using 'concede' without an object — it's usually followed by what is being admitted.
• Mistaking it for 'agree' — conceding often implies a reluctant admission.

Frequently asked questions about Concede

What does Concede mean?

To admit that something is true or that you have lost.

What is the definition of Concede?

to admit that something is true, logical, etc. after first denying it or resisting it

How do you use Concede in a sentence?

After a long debate, he had to concede that his opponent made some valid points.

Can you give another example of Concede?

Despite his fierce determination, he decided to concede the match in the final moments.

What are synonyms for Concede?

Common alternatives include admit, acknowledge, yield, grant, surrender.

What is the opposite of Concede?

Opposite meanings include deny, dispute, refuse.

What words go with Concede?

It commonly pairs with eventually, finally, readily, be forced to, be prepared to, be willing to, to, eventually, finally, readily, be forced to, be prepared to, be willing to, to, eventually, finally, readily, be forced to, be prepared to, be willing to, to.

What are common mistakes when using Concede?

Confused with 'succeed' — they have opposite meanings. Using 'concede' without an object — it's usually followed by what is being admitted. Mistaking it for 'agree' — conceding often implies a reluctant admission.

How do you pronounce Concede?

US: /["/kənˈsiːd/","/kənˈsiːdz/","/kənˈsiːdɪd/","/kənˈsiːdɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/kənˈsiːd/","/kənˈsiːdz/","/kənˈsiːdɪd/","/kənˈsiːdɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Concede?

Used in discussions, debates, or competitions to acknowledge an opposing argument or result. It may not be appropriate in casual conversations where a more informal tone is expected.

What CEFR level is Concede?

"Concede" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.