cede

[seed]

verb (used with object)

ceded, ceding 

1. to yield or formally surrender to another.

   to cede territory.

   Synonyms: convey, transfer, grant, abandon, relinquish

cede

/ siːd /

verb

1. to transfer, make over, or surrender (something, esp territory or legal rights)

   the lands were ceded by treaty

2. (tr) to allow or concede (a point in an argument, etc)

Other Word Forms

• ceder noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of cede¹

First recorded in 1625–35, cede is from the Latin word cēdere “to go, yield”

Word History and Origins

Origin of cede¹

C17: from Latin cēdere to yield, give way

Example Sentences

Some universities have already agreed to pay, in some cases ceding aspects of the academic freedom that has made them world leaders in research and scholarship.

From Salon

Jaglom said, adding that with a large studio at the helm, directors run the risk of ceding the “final cut.”

From Los Angeles Times

How companies respond will determine whether the US continues to lead in innovation and talent - or cedes ground to more welcoming economies.

From BBC

“At a time when countries like China and France are doubling down on offshore wind, the U.S. risks ceding technology leadership and job creation to our competitors.”

From Los Angeles Times

The choice is clear: double down on clean truck commitments or cede leadership to China and watch our industries and economy fall behind.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• capitulate 
• communicate 
• concede 
• give in 
• give up 
• grant 
• hand over 
• relinquish 
• renounce 
• sign over 
• transfer 
• waive