Synonyms for
Yielded
Definition
To produce or provide something as a result of an action or process.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- yielded results
- yielded profits
- yielded to pressure
- yielded control
- yielded ground
- yielded a crop
- yielded a return
Word family
Usage note
Often used in contexts of production or giving way. Be mindful of the context; 'yielded' can imply both a positive outcome (like producing crops) and a negative one (like surrendering).
Example sentences
- The chef yielded a delicious meal.
- The student yielded a high score on the test.
- The athlete yielded a personal best time.
- The actor yielded a powerful performance.
- The artist yielded a beautiful painting.
Quotes
“The greatest results in life are usually attained by simple means and the exercise of ordinary qualities. These may for the most part be summed in these two: common-sense and perseverance.” - Owen Feltham
“Success is not a destination, but the road that you're on. Being successful means that you're working hard and walking your walk every day. You can only live your dream by working hard towards it. That's living your dream.” - Marlon Wayans
“The best way to predict the future is to create it.” - Abraham Lincoln