What is another word for accepts defeat?
Pronunciation: [ɐksˈɛpts dɪfˈiːt] (IPA) 
Accepting defeat is not an easy task but happens to everyone at some point. Synonyms for "accepts defeat" include surrender, concede, acknowledge, acquiesce, yield, relent, submit, comply, succumb, and bow out. Surrendering is more about giving up completely, whereas conceding is accepting the reality of the situation. Acknowledging defeat is more about acknowledging someone else's victory. Yielding is submitting to a superior opponent, whereas relenting is giving in after holding out for some time. Submitting is more about accepting authority, and complying is following instructions, standing down. Succumbing is more about giving up mentally or physically, while bowing out is withdrawing from the situation.
