Capitulate (Verb)
Meaning
Surrender under agreed conditions.
Classification
Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.
Examples
- The exhausted army decided to capitulate after a long and bloody battle, knowing it was better to accept the terms offered by the enemy.
- Following weeks of negotiation, the union leaders agreed to capitulate and accept a reduced benefits package to avoid further job losses.
- The defendant was reluctant to capitulate to the prosecutor's demands, but eventually agreed to a plea deal in exchange for leniency.
- After months of resistance, the rebel group finally agreed to capitulate and lay down their arms in exchange for a general pardon.
- Weary of the prolonged standoff, the management team decided to capitulate and agree to the workers' demands for increased wages and improved working conditions.