Succumbed Meaning in English
word · lemma: succumb
释义
To stop resisting something and be overcome by it, often by giving in to pressure, temptation, or a force. It can also mean to die from an illness or injury.
用法与细微差别
Formal or literary tone; often used in narratives, news, or describing illnesses ('succumbed to cancer'). Common collocations: 'succumbed to temptation', 'succumbed to injuries'. Do not confuse with 'surrender' (deliberate giving up) or 'submit' (accept authority).
例句
He succumbed to his illness after a long fight.
basic
She finally succumbed to temptation and ate the chocolate.
basic
Many soldiers succumbed to their wounds.
basic
After days without sleep, I succumbed and took a nap at my desk.
natural
He succumbed to peer pressure and joined the team.
natural
When the music started, even the shyest people succumbed and danced.
natural