conceding

[kənˈsiːdɪŋ]

conceding Definition

• 1. admit or agree that something is true after first denying or resisting it
• 2. surrender or yield (something that one possesses)

Using conceding: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "conceding" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  After much debate, he finally conceded defeat.

• Example

  She reluctantly conceded that he was right.

• Example

  The company is not willing to concede any of its power.

• Example

  The team conceded two goals in the first half.

conceding Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for conceding

• admit
• acknowledge
• grant
• yield
• surrender

Antonyms for conceding

• deny
• refuse
• withhold

Phrases with conceding

• concede a point

  admit that an opposing argument or idea has merit or is valid

  Example

  I don't agree with everything she said, but I'll concede her main point.

• concede defeat

  admit that one has been beaten or lost a contest

  Example

  After a long and hard-fought battle, the candidate finally conceded defeat.

• concede ground

  give up some advantage or position in a conflict or competition

  Example

  The army was forced to concede ground to the enemy after a fierce battle.

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Summary: conceding in Brief

The verb 'conceding' [kənˈsiːdɪŋ] means to admit or agree that something is true after first denying or resisting it, or to surrender or yield something that one possesses. It can be used in phrases like 'concede a point,' 'concede defeat,' and 'concede ground.'