Capitulate – To give up resistance

(Pronounced kuh-pit-yooh-layt)

To remember the definition of the word capitulate, use the following mnemonic:

His white cap isn't too late (capitulate) to be used to tell people they surrender and give up resistance.

Examples of capitulate in a sentence

The enemy was warned to capitulate or face another attack.

The evil dictator will never capitulate to pressure from outside.

I will not capitulate – I will let the battle continue.