진실성이나 정당성을 마지못해 인정하거나 시인하다.
Admit that something is true or valid after first denying or resisting it.
예문:
"The lawyer had to concede that the evidence against his client was compelling."
"Even the critics conceded that the performance was technically flawless."
"I concede that your argument has merit, but I still disagree with the conclusion."
경쟁, 선거, 또는 논쟁에서 패배했음을 인정하다.
Admit defeat in a contest, election, or argument, often before the official result is announced.
예문:
"After the polls closed and the numbers were clear, the candidate called his opponent to concede the election."
"The chess master conceded the game after realizing his position was hopeless."
"It is customary for the losing team to concede defeat gracefully."
권리, 특권, 요구 등을 허용하거나, 영토나 소유물을 양보하다.
Grant (a right, privilege, or demand) or surrender (territory or possession).
예문:
"The management finally conceded better working hours to the striking employees."
"Historically, the treaty forced the nation to concede a large portion of its northern territory."
"We were unwilling to concede any further points during the negotiation process."
상대방에게 골이나 점수를 내주다; 실점하다.
Fail to prevent the scoring of a goal or point by an opponent.
예문:
"The defense conceded a goal in the final minutes of the match, leading to a draw."
"It was a tough game, but the goalkeeper only conceded one point throughout the entire second half."
"They cannot afford to concede any more penalties if they hope to win the championship."