accede

US /əkˈsiːd/

UK /əkˈsiːd/

1.

agree to a demand, request, or treaty

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The government was forced to accede to the protesters' demands.

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He finally acceded to her request for a new car.

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agree consent concur assent comply yield grant concede allow permit

2.

assume an office or position

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The prince will accede to the throne upon the death of the king.

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She is expected to accede to the presidency next year.

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succeed inherit take office come to power ascend

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accede to