What does “accede” mean?
- 1
verbto agree to a request or demand, often after first refusing
The company eventually acceded to the workers’ demands.
- 2
verbto take an important position, especially to become king or queen
She acceded to the throne at the age of eighteen.
Accede at a glance
- Part of speech
- verb
- CEFR level
- C2 (proficient)
- Pronunciation
- /ækˈsid/ · ak-SEED
How to use “accede” correctly
Very formal and always followed by “to”. Don’t confuse with “exceed” (go beyond) or “concede” (admit).
Common phrases with “accede”
- accede to a request
- accede to demands
- accede to the throne
Synonyms, opposites and related words
Antonyms (opposite meaning)
- refuse
- reject
Word family
- accession
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