Admit
verb
To agree that something is true, especially unwillingly.
He admitted that he had made a mistake.
Often appears as...
- admit a mistake
- admit guilt
verb
To allow someone to enter a place.
The ticket admits one person.
Often appears as...
- admit one person
- admit to the hospital
verb
To accept someone into an organization or a group.
She was admitted to the bar in 2000.
Often appears as...
- admit to the bar
- admit into the club
verb
To allow the possibility of something.
The theory admits of no exceptions.
Often appears as...
- admit of no exceptions
- admit of doubt
verb
To send someone to a hospital for treatment.
The patient was admitted to hospital last night with chest pains.
Often appears as...
- admit to hospital
- admit for treatment
Usage tips
Technical
verb
To agree that something is true, especially unwillingly.
He admitted that he had made a mistake.
Often appears as...
- admit a mistake
- admit guilt
verb
To allow someone to enter a place.
The ticket admits one person.
Often appears as...
- admit one person
- admit to the hospital
verb
To accept someone into an organization or a group.
She was admitted to the bar in 2000.
Often appears as...
- admit to the bar
- admit into the club
verb
To allow the possibility of something.
The theory admits of no exceptions.
Often appears as...
- admit of no exceptions
- admit of doubt
verb
To send someone to a hospital for treatment.
The patient was admitted to hospital last night with chest pains.
Often appears as...
- admit to hospital
- admit for treatment
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 5
Pro Tip 1/3Reluctant Agreement
Used when someone agrees to a truth they wish wasn’t true or hesitated to acknowledge.
After questioning, she finally admitted her jealousy.
Pro Tip 2/3Avoid Past Tense
Using 'admitted' might sound like a formal confession or a statement in legal contexts.
The defendant admitted the evidence was damning.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Negative
It can also be used for positive truths, although less common.
He admitted he was in love.
Pro Tip 1/3Reluctant Agreement
Used when someone agrees to a truth they wish wasn’t true or hesitated to acknowledge.
After questioning, she finally admitted her jealousy.
Pro Tip 2/3Avoid Past Tense
Using 'admitted' might sound like a formal confession or a statement in legal contexts.
The defendant admitted the evidence was damning.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Negative
It can also be used for positive truths, although less common.
He admitted he was in love.
Pro Tip 1/3Reluctant Agreement
Used when someone agrees to a truth they wish wasn’t true or hesitated to acknowledge.
After questioning, she finally admitted her jealousy.
Pro Tip 2/3Avoid Past Tense
Using 'admitted' might sound like a formal confession or a statement in legal contexts.
The defendant admitted the evidence was damning.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Negative
It can also be used for positive truths, although less common.
He admitted he was in love.
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Seven Superpowered...
tassels on the end of their face because it's not just for style though you gotta admit it's a pretty stylish mustache they look like the schnauzers of the sea these tassels also help the sharks blend in they give smaller fish a sense of security but little do they know they're about to become a delicious snack
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How to spot a liar PIPE...
And this was Henry's rule, he said, "Look, everyone is willing to give you something. They're ready to give you something for whatever it is they're hungry for." And that's the crux of it. If you don't want to be deceived, you have to know, what is it that you're hungry for? And we all kind of hate to admit it.
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What if a US presidential...
You can get that at holdthelineguide.com. And that can give you a real good framework to move forward in a smart, peaceful way if you feel that you've got to take it to the streets. Now look, I know all this stuff is overwhelming, and I've got to admit, some of these steps may not be enough.
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The language of lying —...
Now let's see what he had to say when later admitting "I am Quinn's father. I will do everything in my power to provide her with the love and support she deserves." The statement is short and direct, calling the child by name and addressing his role in her life.
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Elon Musk talks Twitter,...
and and and now that they they say it makes it look like i lied when i did not in fact lie i was i was forced to admit that i lied for to save tesla's life and that's the only reason given what's actually happened given what's actually happened to tesla
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How to use rhetoric to...
and from that careful training to which I admit that at no part of my life I have ever been disinclined." And finally, you can demonstrate disinterest, or that you're not motivated by personal gain. Logos is the use of logic and reason.
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The art of the metaphor...
Those are called similes. A simile is a metaphor that admits it's making a comparison. Similes tend to make you think. Metaphors let you feel things directly. Take Shakespeare's famous metaphor, "All the world's a stage."
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Why Are Wild Parrots...
know I was a parent lover until Big Bird landed so to speak into my life right now it's a little bit like admitting to you no statue of alcohol in the garage I have six large macaws and what happened
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What forgiveness can...
have to admit probably that I could have told you but I knew I wanted to build my house life with and after a while I forgave him because I knew I wanted to
Video examples
Finding Baby Seals on an...
I've got to admit that it's incredible that even the old forts here have become spider caves. Every building is transforming into its own habitat. And if you replicate that across the island, there's a whole new ecosystem in action here. These places that typically people think are not useful brownfield sites, so much value for wildlife and more
Video examples
Seven Superpowered...
tassels on the end of their face because it's not just for style though you gotta admit it's a pretty stylish mustache they look like the schnauzers of the sea these tassels also help the sharks blend in they give smaller fish a sense of security but little do they know they're about to become a delicious snack
Video examples
How to spot a liar PIPE...
And this was Henry's rule, he said, "Look, everyone is willing to give you something. They're ready to give you something for whatever it is they're hungry for." And that's the crux of it. If you don't want to be deceived, you have to know, what is it that you're hungry for? And we all kind of hate to admit it.
Video examples
What if a US presidential...
You can get that at holdthelineguide.com. And that can give you a real good framework to move forward in a smart, peaceful way if you feel that you've got to take it to the streets. Now look, I know all this stuff is overwhelming, and I've got to admit, some of these steps may not be enough.
Video examples
The language of lying —...
Now let's see what he had to say when later admitting "I am Quinn's father. I will do everything in my power to provide her with the love and support she deserves." The statement is short and direct, calling the child by name and addressing his role in her life.
Video examples
Elon Musk talks Twitter,...
and and and now that they they say it makes it look like i lied when i did not in fact lie i was i was forced to admit that i lied for to save tesla's life and that's the only reason given what's actually happened given what's actually happened to tesla
Video examples
How to use rhetoric to...
and from that careful training to which I admit that at no part of my life I have ever been disinclined." And finally, you can demonstrate disinterest, or that you're not motivated by personal gain. Logos is the use of logic and reason.
Video examples
The art of the metaphor...
Those are called similes. A simile is a metaphor that admits it's making a comparison. Similes tend to make you think. Metaphors let you feel things directly. Take Shakespeare's famous metaphor, "All the world's a stage."
Video examples
Why Are Wild Parrots...
know I was a parent lover until Big Bird landed so to speak into my life right now it's a little bit like admitting to you no statue of alcohol in the garage I have six large macaws and what happened
Video examples
What forgiveness can...
have to admit probably that I could have told you but I knew I wanted to build my house life with and after a while I forgave him because I knew I wanted to
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Kurt Cobain
American Singer
I have to admit I've found myself doing the same things that a lot of other rock stars do or are forced to do. Which is not being able to respond to mail, not being able to keep up on current music, and I'm pretty much locked away a lot. The outside world is pretty foreign to me.
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Ryan Reynolds
Canadian Actor
We might be too proud to admit it as guys, but we still need to learn how to manage responsibility, how to face our challenges.
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Bill Gates
American Businessman
It's possible - you can never know - that the universe exists only for me. If so, it's sure going well for me, I must admit.
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Samuel Johnson
English Writer
Some desire is necessary to keep life in motion, and he whose real wants are supplied must admit those of fancy.
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Ira Glass
American Journalist
I suppose I shouldn't go around admitting I speak untruths on the radio.
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Bruce Lee
American Actor
Mistakes are always forgivable, if one has the courage to admit them.
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Yvonne De Carlo
Canadian Actress
I guess I lead a double life, and I must admit I'm happy with both.
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Cristiano Ronaldo
Portuguese Footballer
I am not the humblest person in the world. I admit that.
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Sebastian Kurz
Austrian Politician
Remembering in an honest way means admitting the truth.
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Jacqueline Fernandez
Actress
Don't be afraid to admit what your dreams are.
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Kurt Cobain
American Singer
I have to admit I've found myself doing the same things that a lot of other rock stars do or are forced to do. Which is not being able to respond to mail, not being able to keep up on current music, and I'm pretty much locked away a lot. The outside world is pretty foreign to me.
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Ryan Reynolds
Canadian Actor
We might be too proud to admit it as guys, but we still need to learn how to manage responsibility, how to face our challenges.
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Bill Gates
American Businessman
It's possible - you can never know - that the universe exists only for me. If so, it's sure going well for me, I must admit.
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Samuel Johnson
English Writer
Some desire is necessary to keep life in motion, and he whose real wants are supplied must admit those of fancy.
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Ira Glass
American Journalist
I suppose I shouldn't go around admitting I speak untruths on the radio.
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Bruce Lee
American Actor
Mistakes are always forgivable, if one has the courage to admit them.
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Yvonne De Carlo
Canadian Actress
I guess I lead a double life, and I must admit I'm happy with both.
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Cristiano Ronaldo
Portuguese Footballer
I am not the humblest person in the world. I admit that.
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Sebastian Kurz
Austrian Politician
Remembering in an honest way means admitting the truth.
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Jacqueline Fernandez
Actress
Don't be afraid to admit what your dreams are.
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