What does CEDES mean?

Parts of Speech:

Verb

Definitions:

1. To give up or surrender something, such as territory or power.
2. To transfer or assign something to another person or entity.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈsiːdiz/
• UK: /ˈsiːdiːz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "cedes" comes from the Latin word "cedere," which means "to go, withdraw, or yield." It first appeared in English in the early 17th century. The word is often used in legal and political contexts to refer to the transfer of property, rights, or power from one party to another.

Synonyms:

• Relinquish
• Give up
• Yield
• Surrender
• Transfer

Related Words:

• Acids
• Bides
• Cares
• Dares
• Eased

Example Sentences:

1. After a long and bloody war, the defeated nation was forced to cede its territory to the victors.
2. The company decided to cede control of its European operations to a local partner.