
Capitulate
Conflict Related
Use 'capitulate' when referring to the end of a struggle or battle, especially wars or fights.

The general refused to capitulate even when surrounded.
Emotional Weight
'Capitulate' carries a sense of giving in after a period of resistance and often implies a loss of dignity.

Despite their efforts, the negotiation team had to capitulate.
Not Always Voluntary
'Capitulate' may suggest that the surrender was not by choice, but due to being overpowered.

Cornered by the evidence, the accused had to capitulate.
Compare with
AcquiesceBowCave inConcedeGive inSubmitSuccumbSurrenderYield
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