capitulate

The word “capitulate” has 4 syllables: ca-pit-u-late

It's pronounced as /kəˈpɪtʃəˌleɪt/


What is synonym and antonym for capitulate?

In the thesaurus, “capitulate” has 34 synonyms and 27 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for capitulate along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for capitulate

Antonyms for capitulate

  • battle
  • beat
  • breast
  • buck
  • combat
  • confront
  • conquer
  • contend
  • counter
  • defend
  • defy
  • endure
  • face
  • fight
  • hold off
  • meet
  • object
  • oppose
  • overcome
  • prevail
  • repel
  • resist
  • stand
  • thwart
  • triumph
  • win
  • withstand

Meanings of capitulate

  • verb
    1. To surrender; to end all resistance, to give up; to go along with or comply.
    2. To draw up in chapters; to enumerate.
    3. To draw up the articles of treaty with; to treat, bargain, parley.

Example Sentences

  • The army had no choice but to capitulate after weeks of relentless fighting.
  • She refused to capitulate to pressure from her peers.
  • The company decided to capitulate to the new regulations to avoid penalties.
  • Despite their efforts, the rebels eventually capitulate to the government forces.
  • It's important not to capitulate when facing challenges but to stay determined.

On this page you'll find 61 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to capitulate, such as: acquiesce, battle, beat, blink, bow, breast, buck.

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