Synonyms for

Succumb

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

Definition

to give in to something; to yield or surrender

Synonyms & similar words

survive buckleunder yield knuckleunder givein yield submit concede bow capitulate quit abandon relinquish resign surrender cede fold acquiesce comply conform defer obey

Example sentences

  1. She will not succumb to temptation and eat the whole cake.
  2. He refused to succumb to fear and stood up to the bully.
  3. The team will not succumb to defeat and will fight until the end.
  4. I will not succumb to laziness and will finish my homework on time.
  5. Don't succumb to peer pressure and do something you know is wrong.

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