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admitted

Pronunciation: [ədˈmɪtɪd]

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Learn how to use admitted in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

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?

How to pronounce admitted

Pronunciation: [ədˈmɪtɪd]

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