Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
accept-a-defeat
phrase
/əkˈsept ə dɪˈfiːt/
Definition
to acknowledge or come to terms with a loss or undesired outcome in a contest or conflict.
Examples
- After a long match, the player had to accept a defeat gracefully.
- Learning how to accept a defeat is important for personal growth.
- She showed great sportsmanship when she accepted a defeat without complaints.
Meaning
It refers to the act of recognizing and embracing the fact that one has been defeated, often in a sports or competitive context.
Synonyms
- acknowledge loss
- come to terms with failure
- bear a loss
