capitulate

Vocabulary Word

Definition

When you hear the term 'capitulate,' think of a surrendered flag waving. It signifies giving in or surrendering, often under certain terms or conditions.

Examples in Different Contexts

In advocacy, 'capitulate' might refer to conceding to some demands to achieve a broader goal. An activist might say, 'While we don't agree with all terms, we won't capitulate our primary objective of environmental protection.'

Practice Scenarios

Impact

Scenario:

Public sentiment is growing for stricter environmental laws. Decision makers can no longer ignore this wave of demand.

Response:

Yes, public pressure is immense. It's high time the government capitulates and tackles climate change seriously.

Tech

Scenario:

The app's user friendliness is hindering due to our team's insistence on integrating the latest tech. We need epic brainstorming to see the user perspective.

Response:

Absolutely, we need to understand user needs better. Let's capitulate and make the app more user friendly.