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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

capitulate

/kæpɪˈtʊleɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does capitulate mean?

verb

To surrender or give in, especially after a long struggle or resistance. To formally agree to surrender or accept a condition.

Example

"The city eventually capitulated to the enemy's demands, surrendering its key infrastructure."

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