Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
admit-reluctantly
phrase
/ədˈmɪt rɪˈlʌktəntli/
Definition
To acknowledge or accept something with hesitation or unwillingness.
Examples
- After much debate, she had to admit reluctantly that she had made a mistake.
- He admitted reluctantly that he didn’t have all the answers.
- Despite his pride, he admitted reluctantly she was right.
Meaning
When someone admits reluctantly, they recognize the truth of a situation but do so with reservations, often indicating discomfort or conflict with the idea.
Synonyms
- acknowledge unwillingly
- concede with hesitation
- accept with reluctance
