
Cede
Formal Context
Usually used in formal statements, like legal documents or serious discussions about authority.
The constitution stipulates that the president may cede power only under specific circumstances.
Complete Transfer
'Cede' implies a complete and often permanent transfer of something, like sovereignty or ownership.
The defeated ruler had to cede his throne and all his lands to the conqueror.
Not Temporary
Unlike 'lend' or 'lease', 'cede' means the transfer is not intended to be temporary.
The country didn't lend the territory but ceded it forever.
Compare with
AbandonConcedeGive upGrantRelinquishSurrenderTransferYield
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