Synonyms for

Admits

Verb / ʌˈdmɪts / Another word for admits — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to confess or acknowledge something as true

Synonyms & similar words

allow accommodate exclude allowin hold accept letin intromit admit takeon reject take deny include acknowledge confess acknowledge allow grant concede reveal disclose declare avow profess assent agree accept

Synonyms by register

Formal

acknowledges confesses concedes avows

Informal

owns up to fesses up to goes on record

Literary

confesses avows

Antonyms

denies rejects refutes disclaims disavows negates

Common collocations

  • admits defeat
  • admits guilt
  • admits fault
  • admits error
  • admits responsibility
  • admits wrongdoing
  • admits the truth

Word family

noun admission
verb admit
adjective admissible
adverb admittedly

Usage note

Often followed by 'to' when referring to a crime or wrongdoing. Can imply reluctance when admitting something negative.

Example sentences

  1. He admits that he needs help with his homework.
  2. She admits that she is afraid of the dark.
  3. The suspect finally admits to the crime.
  4. I will admit that I was wrong.
  5. He admits to being a fan of the movie.

Quotes

  • A man who has committed a mistake and doesn't correct it, is committing another mistake. - Confucius
  • Admitting our mistakes is a sign of maturity and wisdom. - Roy T. Bennett
  • The first step toward change is awareness. The second step is acceptance. - Nathaniel Branden

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