Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
yeld
verb
/jɛld/
Definition
To yield means to produce or provide a result, often in terms of crops or profits.
Examples
- The farm yielded a good harvest this year.
- He decided to yield to the pressure and accept the offer.
- The investment is expected to yield high returns over time.
Meaning
In a broader sense, it signifies giving way or surrendering something, such as rights or control.
Synonyms
- produce
- generate
- submit
- surrender
- concede
