What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
relent
Example
After much persuasion, the manager finally relented and gave the employee a day off. [relented: past tense]
Example
The rain finally relented after hours of heavy downpour. [relent: verb]
concede
Example
After a long debate, he conceded that his opponent had a valid point. [conceded: past tense]
Example
The company conceded to the union's demands for better working conditions. [concede: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Concede is more commonly used in formal or academic contexts, while relent is more commonly used in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between relent and concede?
Concede is generally considered more formal than relent, which is often used in informal or conversational contexts.
