capitoulate

/kæp.ɪˈtʊ.leɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to surrender or give in, especially after a long struggle or resistance; to admit defeat or yield to a more powerful force

“The city eventually capitulated to the invaders after months of siege.”

2. noun

the act of surrendering or giving in

“The general’s capitulation to the enemy was a major blow to the troops’ morale.”

Synonyms

  • give in
  • submit
  • surrender
  • yield

Antonyms

  • fight on
  • hold out
  • persist
  • resist