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capitulation Synonyms

Another word for capitulation

Choosing another word for capitulation depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The action of ceasing to resist an opponent, demand, or unwelcome pressure; an act of yielding or surrendering.

Usage Example

"The board's sudden surrender to the shareholders' demands surprised industry analysts."

Strongest
surrender
submission
Strong
yielding
cession
acquiescence
compliance
relenting

• noun (Context 2)

A formal document, treaty, or set of terms containing the conditions of a surrender or agreement.

Usage Example

"The envoys met in the neutral city to draft and sign the formal treaty."

Strong
treaty
compact
Weak
convention
pact

Opposites of capitulation

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

resistance
defiance
steadfastness
persistence
resolve
See all opposites of capitulation

• Nearby Words

capitalize
capitol
capitulate
capitulation
capless
caplet
caplike

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