Basic Details
Word: Accede
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning:
To agree to a request or demand; to assume a position or office, especially a high one like royalty or government.
Synonyms: Agree, consent, approve, accept, comply
Antonyms: Refuse, deny, oppose, reject, decline
Idioms and Phrases
- Accede to a request: To give permission or agree formally.
Example: "The committee finally acceded to the request of the union."
- Accede to the throne: To become king or queen.
Example: "He acceded to the throne after his father's death."
- Accede to demands: To yield to pressures or demands.
Example: "The government refused to accede to the terrorists' demands."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The company president did not accede to the employees' proposal immediately.
Example 2: She acceded to the board after years of service in the company.
Example 3: After much negotiation, the landlord acceded to lower the rent.
Fun Fact
The word "accede" originates from Latin *accedere*, meaning "to approach" or "to agree." It is often used in formal or legal contexts involving acceptance or succession.
Famous Quote
"Men willingly accede to power. Few willingly relinquish it." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "accede" most nearly mean?
a) Deny
b) Argue
c) Agree
d) Postpone
Answer: c) Agree
2. "He acceded to the throne" means:
a) He rejected the position
b) He was crowned king
c) He overthrew the king
d) He abdicated the throne
Answer: b) He was crowned king
3. Which of the following is a synonym of "accede"?
a) Disagree
b) Oppose
c) Consent
d) Refuse
Answer: c) Consent
4. What is the opposite of "accede"?
a) Accept
b) Decline
c) Join
d) Support
Answer: b) Decline
5. Choose the correct sentence using "accede":
a) He accede the documents quickly.
b) She did not accede his apology.
c) The king acceded to the throne at age 25.
d) They accede the rules always.
Answer: c) The king acceded to the throne at age 25.
