1. to confess or acknowledge something, especially something wrong or embarrassing
2. to allow someone to enter a place or join a group
3. to accept someone as a patient in a hospital
Usage: medical

Examples

• She finally admitted that she had made a mistake.
• He refused to admit his guilt in the matter.
• The university admits only the most qualified students.
• Children under 12 are not admitted to this movie.
• The patient was admitted to the hospital for surgery.
• I must admit, your cooking has improved significantly.
• The club admits new members twice a year.