English · Emotions & Feelings
give in
/ɡɪv ɪn/
[/ɡɪv ɪn/]
surrender; yield
Intermediateverb
Definition
To stop resisting and agree to something you previously opposed.
Example
The children begged for ice cream so persistently that their father eventually gave in and bought some.
The children begged for ice cream so persistently that their father eventually gave in and bought some.
Etymology
From 'give' plus 'in', meaning to yield, distinct from 'give up' which means to quit.
How & Where It’s Used
Common for conceding to pressure, temptation, or persuasion.