Definitions and Examples of yield, recede
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To give way or surrender to someone or something; to stop resisting.
Example
He decided to yield to his opponent's demands in order to avoid a conflict.
To move back or away from a previous position or level.
Example
The floodwaters began to recede after several days of heavy rain.
Key Differences: yield vs recede
- 1Yield implies a voluntary act of giving way or surrendering to someone or something.
- 2Recede implies a gradual movement back or away from a previous position or level.
Effective Usage of yield, recede
- 1Driving: Use yield to indicate that you are giving way to other vehicles or pedestrians.
- 2Sports: Use yield to describe a player who gives up possession of the ball to an opponent.
- 3Geography: Use recede to describe the movement of water levels or glaciers over time.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of jostle are yield and recede. Yield implies a voluntary act of giving way, while recede implies a gradual movement back or away from a previous position. These words can be used in various contexts, such as driving, sports, and geography.
