concession
kuhn-SEH-shuhn
Concession (noun) means something given up or granted, especially as a compromise. Example: “The union made several concessions during the negotiation.”
noun
1
Something given up or granted, especially as a compromise.
"The union made several concessions during the negotiation."
"He refused to make any concessions to the other side."
"The shop owner made a small concession and lowered the price slightly."
2
A right granted by an authority to run a business or use land, or a discounted price for certain groups.
"The company was granted a mining concession by the government."
"Students get a concession rate for the museum entry."
"Pensioners can buy a ticket at a concession price on weekdays."
How to use concession
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething given up to reach an agreement, or an official right/discount granted by an authority.
Common pairings
make a concession
concession stand
concession rate
a mining concession
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Word forms
- Plural
- concessions
- Third person singular
- concessions
- Past tense
- concessioned
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Etymology
From Old French concession, from Latin concessiō, "a grant" — from concēdō (see concede).
Synonyms
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Rhymes for concession
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “concession” mean?
The word “concession” means something given up or granted, especially as a compromise. In plain terms, something given up to reach an agreement, or an official right/discount granted by an authority.
How do you pronounce “concession”?
“Concession” is pronounced kuhn-SEH-shuhn (/kənˈsɛʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “concession” in a sentence?
Here is “concession” used in a sentence: “The union made several concessions during the negotiation.”
What is another word for “concession”?
Words with a similar meaning to “concession” include tithe.
What part of speech is “concession”?
“Concession” is a noun.
Where does the word “concession” come from?
The word “concession” comes from Latin. From Old French concession, from Latin concessiō, "a grant" — from concēdō (see concede).
Is “concession” a common word?
“Concession” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “concession” have?
“Concession” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: something given up or granted, especially as a compromise.
What is the difference between a "concession" and a "compromise"?
A "concession" is something one side gives up or grants, often unilaterally, while a "compromise" involves both sides giving something up to reach an agreement. In a negotiation, a concession can be one step toward a broader compromise between the parties.
What does "concession" mean in business?
In business, a "concession" refers to a right granted by an authority to run a business or use land, such as a food concession at a stadium, or it can mean a discounted price offered to certain groups. This differs from the general sense of giving something up in a negotiation or argument.
What is a "concession stand"?
A concession stand is a small business granted the right, or concession, to sell food or goods at a specific venue such as a stadium, theater, or fair. The term draws on the business sense of "concession" as a right granted by an authority to use land or space.
