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admission Synonyms

Another word for admission

Choosing another word for admission depends on context, so the 20 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The process or fact of being allowed to enter a physical place or join an organization, school, or institution.

Usage Example

"Competition for entry to the university's medical program is fierce every year."

Strongest
entry
admittance
acceptance
access
Strong
entrance
enrollment
induction
intake

• noun (Context 2)

A statement acknowledging the truth of something, especially a fault, mistake, or previously concealed fact.

Usage Example

"His sudden confession of guilt surprised everyone in the courtroom."

Strongest
confession
acknowledgment
Strong
concession
disclosure
revelation
avowal
declaration

• noun (Context 3)

The fee charged for entry to a museum, theater, sporting event, or other public venue.

Usage Example

"The art museum offers free entry fee to students and senior citizens on Tuesdays."

Strongest
entry fee
entrance fee
Strong
cover charge
fare
Weak
toll

Opposites of admission

The opposite of admission shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

denial
exclusion
rejection
expulsion
refutation
disavowal
repudiation
dismissal
See all opposites of admission

• Nearby Words

admissibility
admissible
admissibly
admission
admit
admittance
admittedly

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Admission. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/admission
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