To invite someone to engage in a contest
“She regularly challenges me to a game of chess.”
Opposite of to give up one's resistance against something
Opposite of to subdue or hurt physically or violently
“He had to yield because there was no getting out of that armbar.”
Opposite of to achieve the desired aim or result
“His perseverance was admirable, but even he knew that it was time to give up.”
Opposite of to achieve, especially by succeeding in a competition or contest
“The objective is to win the game, not lose it.”
Opposite of to prevent oneself from
“I indulge myself once a month by eating ice-cream.”
(intransitive) Opposite of to persist in or proceed with an activity or action
Opposite of to defeat someone in a staring contest or intimidate with a persistent, unwavering gaze
Opposite of to persist steadfastly in pursuit of a goal, especially despite challenges
“While some have the strength and willpower to be able to quit smoking on their own, many others will need a bit more help and support.”
Opposite of to argue or quibble over trivial matters
Opposite of to rise in opposition
“William Wallace would inspire his fellow Scotsmen to never surrender to their oppressors.”
Opposite of to come safely through a precarious situation
“Some will succumb to frostbite and there may be tense encounters with wild animals.”
Opposite of to confront or come up against
“The situation had become untenable, and we were forced to surrender.”
Opposite of to muster or summon up an emotion or quality
“After manifesting his internal emotional turmoil, he finally had to yield, and watch a romantic comedy with his girlfriend.”
Opposite of to change one's attitude for the better
“Do not be discouraged if you have a day or two where you regress into bad habits.”
Opposite of to defeat in unexpected circumstances
“As expected, the worst team in the competition would lose to the top team convincingly.”
(often by winning or being victorious over) Opposite of to defeat or overcome in a battle or contest
“Jon and his Wildling companions would eventually fall to the White Walkers.”
Opposite of to struggle to overcome, eliminate, or prevent
“The network will finally bow to mounting pressure to remove the controversial show from its nightly rotation.”
Opposite of to endure or survive a challenging or difficult situation or period
Opposite of to overcome an abstract obstacle
“There seemed to be an ungodly feeling within the house, and I started to succumb to my fears.”
Opposite of to tolerate or put up with something unpleasant
“Defying the odds and all medical predictions, the feisty St. Lucian refused to succumb to her extensive injuries.”
Opposite of to struggle or fight back when attacked
“We would rather die in the mountains or be eaten by wild animals than to surrender to the enemy.”
Opposite of to have a commanding position over
“Gradually, the garrison, which had suffered heavy casualties through hand grenade battles, had, at last, to yield to overwhelming pressure.”
Opposite of to ready oneself for a challenging experience
“How is it they as believers could succumb to the experience of being forsaken by God, in terror before the withdrawal of divine love?”
(of a candidate) Opposite of to be successful in (an examination, test, or course)
“Do not entertain thoughts of failure, for you will fail before you even begin.”
Opposite of to resist or endure (something) successfully
Opposite of to disprove or refute
Opposite of to perplex or bewilder someone
Opposite of to make an effort or attempt
“Bernard's most consistent criticism is that he will quit before he even tries to get into the game.”
Opposite of to struggle tenaciously to achieve something
Opposite of to engage in a competition or contest
Opposite of to forcibly put an end to
Opposite of to put down or control by cruelty or force
Opposite of to complain or raise objections
Opposite of to appropriate or lay claim to something for oneself without right
Opposite of to forcibly remove from power
Opposite of to supersede and replace or take the place of
Opposite of to reason earnestly with a person on some impropriety of conduct
Opposite of to assert something as a position in an argument
Opposite of to take forcible possession of land or territory
Opposite of to harass or pester someone
Opposite of to cause to become physically weaker
Opposite of to physically fight, especially in a rough or noisy way
Opposite of to jump, leap or spring over something
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