Acknowledge
Acknowledge verb - To accept the truth or existence of (something) usually reluctantly.
Cede and acknowledge are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Cede" instead a verb "Acknowledge".
Cede
Cede verb - To give (something) over to the control or possession of another usually under duress.
Acknowledge and cede are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Acknowledge" instead a verb "Cede".
Nearby Word: ceding
Common collocations
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