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concession Antonyms

Opposite of concession

Because the opposite of concession shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A thing that is granted or yielded, especially in response to demands during negotiations or to reach an agreement.

Usage Example

"The labor union won several important concessions regarding workplace safety and overtime pay."

Strongest
refusal
Strong
denial
rejection

• noun (Context 2)

The act of admitting or acknowledging that a point is true or valid, or that one has been defeated in a contest or election.

Usage Example

"The candidate delivered a gracious denial speech shortly after the final votes were tallied."

Strongest
denial
Strong
repudiation
retraction

• noun (Context 3)

A reduction in the price of tickets, fees, or services granted to specific categories of people, such as students, senior citizens, or the unemployed.

Usage Example

"Admission to the museum is twelve pounds for adults, with a half-price surcharge for seniors and students."

Strong
surcharge
markup

Similar words to concession

Words similar to concession shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

discount
admission
reduction
compromise
acknowledgment
allowance
acceptance
franchise
See all synonyms of concession

• Nearby Words

concert
concerted
concertina
concession
concessionary
conciliate
conciliation

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Concession. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/concession
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