accede
Pronunciation
Verb
C1 Advanced
Quick answer
To agree to a request or demand, often reluctantly.
Synonyms and antonyms
Usage notes
Followed by "to," as in "accede to a request"; don't confuse with "exceed."
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "After weeks of protest, the company finally _____ to the workers' demands."
Answer: accede
In your own words, what does "accede" mean?
To agree to a request or demand, often reluctantly.
Learn next at C1
- acidulous Sharp or bitter in taste or tone.
- acme The highest point of achievement or excellence.
- acquiesce To accept something without protest, even without full agreement.
- acrimony Bitterness and anger, especially in the way people speak to each other...
- adamant Completely unwilling to change your mind or position, even under press...
- adulterate To make something impure or of lower quality by adding another substan...