Definition of Capitulation
Capitulation
Cap·i·tu·la·tion


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(noun)
The act of surrendering or yielding, often in a humiliating or unexpected way.

e.g. The company's capitulation to the rival's demands sparked widespread criticism.

(noun)
broadly, the terms that outline an agreement between two parties, especially two governments;

e.g. The heads of the nations finalized their capitulation and signed the treaty.



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