Concessive
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /kənˈsɛsɪv/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Concessive is an adjective meaning Of, pertaining to, or being a concession; conceding.
Meaning
Of, pertaining to, or being a concession; conceding.
More Meanings
- (grammar, of a conjunction) Joining clauses while conceding some notion.
- (grammar) A phrase or clause that acts as a concession, such as "even if" or "although".
Word Forms
- concessives
Synonyms for concessive
Depending on context, synonyms include concessional, affirmative, conceding, affirmatory.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include affirmative, affirmatory, conceding, conditionals, concessional, concessionary.
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