Definitions

1. verb

to agree to something; to give in to a demand

“The company will accede to the union’s demands if they are willing to negotiate.”

2. verb

to take possession of a throne or position, especially by inheritance or by gaining the support of others

“After the king’s death, his son acceded to the throne and vowed to bring peace to the land.”

3. verb

to give up a claim or right

“The government will accede to the treaty if the other country agrees to meet the terms.”

4. noun

a person who is next in line to a throne or position

“The prince is the next to accede to the throne after his father’s passing.”

5. noun

an act of giving in to a demand or a claim

“The company’s acceding to the union’s demands led to a significant improvement in working conditions.”