Concede/kənˈsiːd/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/2Accepting Defeat Use 'concede' to show you gracefully accept loss, without excuses or blame. Despite the close race, she conceded defeat. Pro Tip 2/2Admitting Truth Use 'concede' when reluctantly agreeing with a fact or opinion you opposed. I have to concede that you've got a point.