yielding
adjective
1. inclined to yield to argument or influence or control
- a timid yielding person
Similar word(s): docile
2. lacking stiffness and giving way to pressure
- a deep yielding layer of foam rubber
Similar word(s): soft
3. tending to give in or surrender or agree
- too yielding to make a stand against any encroachments
Similar word(s): compromising, conciliatory, flexible
noun
1. a verbal act of admitting defeat
Similar word(s): surrender
Definition categories: communication, relinquishing, relinquishment
2. the act of conceding or yielding
Similar word(s): conceding, concession
Definition categories: communication, acquiescence, assent
verb
1. present participle of yield