Succumb
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /səˈkʌm/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Succumb is a verb meaning (intransitive) To yield to an overpowering force or overwhelming desire.
Meaning
(intransitive) To yield to an overpowering force or overwhelming desire.
More Meanings
- (intransitive) To give up, or give in.
- (intransitive, euphemistic) To die.
- (transitive) To overwhelm or bring down.
Example Sentences
succumb to pneumonia
succumb to temptation
succumb under misfortunes
Jones was called into action to deny Ruiz with a fine tackle before succumbing to his injury.
Word Forms
- succumbs
- succumbing
- succumbed
- succame
Synonyms for succumb
Depending on context, synonyms include yield.
Antonyms for succumb
Common opposites include survive, pull through.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include yield, surrender, submit, relinquish, cede, dispose.
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