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单词 capitulation
释义

capitulation

noun

ca·​pit·​u·​la·​tion kə-ˌpi-chə-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce capitulation (audio)
1
: a set of terms or articles (see article sense 1c) constituting an agreement between governments
2
a
: the act of surrendering or yielding
the capitulation of the defenders of the besieged town
b
: the terms of surrender

Synonyms

  • capitulating
  • cession
  • handover
  • relinquishment
  • rendition
  • submission
  • submitting
  • surrender
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Example Sentences

her sudden capitulation surprised everyone; she usually debated for hours
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Word History

Etymology

see capitulate

First Known Use

1535, in the meaning defined at sense 1

capitulation

noun

as in surrender
the usually forced yielding of one's person or possessions to the control of another her sudden capitulation surprised everyone; she usually debated for hours

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • surrender
  • submission
  • relinquishment
  • capitulating
  • cession
  • submitting
  • acquiescence
  • acceptance
  • rendition
  • compromise
  • handover
  • concession
  • reconciliation
  • capture
  • appeasement
  • conciliation
  • reconcilement
  • fall

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • resistance
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