admit

/ˈædmit/

Definitions

1. verb

to acknowledge the truth or existence of something, to accept as true or real

“The professor was forced to admit that the student’s theory was correct.”

2. verb

to allow someone to enter a place or a group, to receive someone as a member

“The club admits new members every quarter.”

3. noun

a statement that acknowledges one’s fault or mistake

“The student’s admit was accepted by the teacher and no further punishment was given.”

4. noun

the act of allowing someone to enter a place or a group

“The admissions office handles the admittance process for new students.”

Synonyms

  • accept
  • acknowledge
  • confess

Antonyms

  • deny
  • refuse