Synonyms for

Succumbed

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

Definition

to give up or yield to a superior force or authority

Synonyms & similar words

survive knuckleunder buckleunder yield succumb givein yield surrender submit capitulate concede bow bend acquiesce comply conform adapt satisfy abide agree accede follow assent consent

Example sentences

  1. She finally succumbed to her illness and passed away.
  2. He succumbed to temptation and ate the whole cake.
  3. The army succumbed to the enemy's attack.
  4. The athlete succumbed to his injuries and was unable to compete.
  5. The company succumbed to financial pressure and went bankrupt.

Quotes

  • I have succumbed to the temptation of every chocolate bar that has come across my path.
  • The best way to avoid abdominal obesity is to never succumb to the temptation of extra servings.
  • I think I have a disease where I can't say no to people. Like, I'm a chronic people-pleaser. It's a problem. I don't know how to fix it. It's hard for me to say no to you. Hence, I have succumbed to your request for a quote.

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