Capitulating

Capitulating, derived from the Latin word 'capitulum' meaning 'chapter' or 'head,' signifies the act of ceasing to resist an opponent or demand; yielding. It often implies a reluctant acceptance, a surrender after prolonged opposition, or a concession made due to pressure, circumstance or inevitability. This can relate to surrender in warfare, admitting defeat in a debate, or finally accepting an unfavorable condition. The core meaning revolves around a cessation of resistance, a giving in, or a conceding of a point, even if done with gritted teeth. The context usually involves a perceived loss of control or a recognition of the futility of further resistance. Capitulating can also be a strategic retreat, temporarily conceding ground to gain a future advantage.

Capitulating meaning with examples

• After a prolonged siege and dwindling resources, the defending army was forced to start Capitulating, its commander finally sending out a white flag. The city fell shortly thereafter. The population faced starvation. This outcome could have been avoided had negotiations started earlier, which some historians still debate.
• Faced with overwhelming evidence of the fraud, the defendant, after weeks of denying any wrongdoing, ultimately began Capitulating to the accusations, and admitted to forging documents. The lawyers then tried to lessen the punishments handed out to the defendant.
• The company, initially resistant to the union's demands, began Capitulating to their requests after weeks of strikes led to significant losses, and employee defections. The two groups signed an agreement soon after which included higher wages and a pension plan.
• The hiker, battered by the relentless storm and running low on supplies, began Capitulating to the forces of nature, turning back from the summit, accepting that his safety was more important than reaching the peak that day, he chose survival.