Admit

Definition

Admit is a verb that means to confess or acknowledge something as true, to allow someone to enter a place, or to grant someone the right to be part of an organization or institution.

Parts of Speech

• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ədˈmɪt/
• Respelling: uhd-MIT

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ədˈmɪt/
• Respelling: uhd-MIT

Etymology

The word "admit" originates from the Latin term "admittere," meaning "to allow" or "to grant entry," from "ad-" (to) and "mittere" (to send). The term entered Middle English in the 14th century, taking on meanings related to allowing entry and confessing.

Derivatives

• Admittance (noun)
• Admission (noun)
• Admissible (adjective)
• Admittable (adjective)
• Readmit (verb)

Synonyms

• Confess
• Acknowledge
• Allow

Antonyms

• Deny
• Exclude
• Reject

Usage

The term "admit" is frequently used in contexts involving confession, granting entry, or accepting a fact or person. For example, "He admitted to making a mistake," or "They admitted her to the club."

Related Terms

• Confession: The act of admitting something, typically in regard to wrongdoing.
• Acceptance: The action of consenting to receive or admit someone.
• Acknowledgment: The acceptance or admission of truth or existence.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To confess or acknowledge as true: Refers to accepting or revealing the truth of something, especially a fault or wrongdoing.
  • Example: "She admitted to forgetting the deadline."
• To allow entry or access to a place: Describes granting someone access or permission to enter a location.
  • Example: "The guard admitted the visitors into the building."
• To accept someone into a group or institution: Involves allowing a person to join an organization, institution, or group.
  • Example: "The university admitted several new students this semester."