1. to admit that something is true or valid after first denying or resisting it
2. to surrender or give up (something) to another
3. to acknowledge defeat in an election or contest
Usage: political context

Examples

• The senator finally conceded that his opponent had won the election.
• I concede that you have a valid point about the budget.
• The team was forced to concede two goals in the final minutes.
• She refused to concede defeat even when the evidence was overwhelming.
• The company will concede some territory to its competitors.
• He had to concede that his original plan wouldn’t work.
• The candidate conceded the race at midnight.