concede

/kənˈsiːd/verb

To give something up or admit defeat; to grant something reluctantly.

Example sentence

“She conceded the chess match after losing her queen.”

In elections, 'concede' by itself means to admit you lost. Otherwise it usually takes 'that': she conceded that he had a point.

Related words

conceitedToo proud of yourself and your own talents or looks; vain.computerTo operate or spend time on a computer.conceiveTo form an idea or plan in your mind; to think something up.compromiseAn agreement reached when each side gives up part of what it wants.concentrateTo direct all your attention or thinking toward one thing.compriseTo include or be made up of; to have as parts.