Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
capitulation
noun
/kəˌpɪtʃ.əˈleɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The act of surrendering or giving up, often under agreed conditions.
Examples
- After months of conflict, the army’s capitulation came as a surprise to many.
- The negotiators reached a capitulation that satisfied both sides.
Meaning
Capitulation refers to the act of yielding to an opponent, especially in a military context, or the acceptance of certain terms laid out by another party.
Synonyms
- surrender
- yielding
- submission
- concession
- give-in
