1
as in negotiation
the act or practice of each side giving up something in order to reach an agreement
when trying to get a raise in your salary, it's good to know the art of concession
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in admission
an open declaration of something (as a fault or the commission of an offense) about oneself
an abject concession of guilt from the governor is the only thing that will save her political career
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in privilege
something granted as a special favor
a concession to sell their T-shirts at the village fair
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of concession
While the lion’s share of concession income comes from the food and beverage venues, retail more recently has been responsible for a higher share of revenue, Brickner said, but that’s largely because airport shops across the country are increasingly stocked with more grab and go meals and snacks.
—
Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Sep. 2025
Those concessions to the Walton-Penner Ownership Group could transform Burnham Yard into a vibrant community that fits seamlessly with the existing neighborhood, while freeing up 80 acres at the old Mile High site for a housing project directed by the City of Denver.
—The Denver Post Editorial Board, Denver Post, 10 Sep. 2025
Various social groups may push for change, and at times hegemons may make apparent concessions to these groups; these concessions are reforms implemented as an appeasement to prevent unrest or revolution.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 10 Sep. 2025
However, Milei should get credit for his quick, no-excuses concession speech on Sunday.
—Miami Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for concession
Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Sep. 2025
Those concessions to the Walton-Penner Ownership Group could transform Burnham Yard into a vibrant community that fits seamlessly with the existing neighborhood, while freeing up 80 acres at the old Mile High site for a housing project directed by the City of Denver.
—The Denver Post Editorial Board, Denver Post, 10 Sep. 2025
Various social groups may push for change, and at times hegemons may make apparent concessions to these groups; these concessions are reforms implemented as an appeasement to prevent unrest or revolution.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 10 Sep. 2025
However, Milei should get credit for his quick, no-excuses concession speech on Sunday.
—Miami Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for concession
Recent Examples of Synonyms for concession
Noun
-
The president has also worked out agreements for other countries, including Indonesia, to step up their agriculture imports amid negotiations.—
Bailey Schulz,
USA Today,
15 Sep. 2025
-
The forward has expressed disinterest in being used as a scapegoat for Golden State, which is why the negotiations have not made any progress given both parties are reluctant to blink first.—
Valentina Martinez,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
The $10 purchase is on top of the daily admission purchase.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Sep. 2025
-
By its own admission, Disney did almost too good a job.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
Being able to travel is a great privilege, and that certainly isn't lost on Noack.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
-
The actress is also quick to acknowledge her privilege as a mother with agency in her professional life.—
Avalon Hester,
PEOPLE,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
This is compromise in the modern world of media.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
10 Sep. 2025
-
The logic behind his appointment is that Lecornu might be able to strike a deal with the Socialists to make the budget more palatable – the same compromise that Bayrou used to push through this year’s budget with concessions to the left.—
Saskya Vandoorne,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
Past the 15-year deadline in Massachusetts, no DNA match, eyewitness testimony or even confession can give a rape victim a chance at facing an attacker in court.—
Willoughby Mariano,
ProPublica,
11 Sep. 2025
-
The show also traveled to Bangkok for many locations, including the Mandarin Oriental’s Bamboo Bar, where Frank (Sam Rothwell) makes his shocking confession to Rick (Walton Goggins).—
Carole Horst,
Variety,
10 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Concession.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concession. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share