What does cede mean?
Cede means (transitive) To give up; yield to another. [with to].
Cede
/siːd/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To give up; yield to another. [with to].
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To give up; yield to another. [with to]
- (intransitive) To give way.
Example Sentences
Edward decided to cede the province.
In the late nineteenth century, the Chinese ceded Taiwan to the Japanese.
Synonyms for cede
Antonyms for cede
Related Words
Word Forms
- cedes
- ceding
- ceded
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for cede?
Common synonyms include yield, concede, deliver, surrender.
What is the opposite of cede?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use cede in a sentence?
Edward decided to cede the province.
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