admitted
Pronunciation: [ədˈmɪtɪd]
Word
Context: "acknowledgment"
(verb) to say that something is true, often after denying it before. If you did something wrong but then finally say you did it, you have admitted it.
Example
She admitted that she forgot her friend's birthday.
Example
He did not admit that he broke the vase, even though everyone saw him.
Example
Did you admit to making a mistake on the test?
Context: "permission"
(verb) to let someone enter a place or join a group. Like when you want to go to a club or a school, and they say you can come in, that means you are admitted.
Example
He was admitted to the university after submitting his application.
Example
She was not admitted to the concert because she did not have a ticket.
Example
Were you admitted to the competition after applying?
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