How to Pronounce Accede

To pronounce "accede", say ACC-ed-e — 3 syllables, IPA /əkˈsiːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/əkˈsiːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “accede”

"accede" has 3 syllables: acc-ed-e. It rhymes with concede and impede, if that helps it stick.

What does accede mean?

verb

To approach; to arrive, to come forward.
To give one's adhesion; to join up with (a group, etc.); to become part of.

Synonyms

come around concede band together enroll acquiesce agree assent astipulate

Antonyms

leave secede split off

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Words that rhyme with accede

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concede impede cede lead heed precede need seed supersede succeed greed proceed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "accede"?▾

"Accede" has 3 syllables: acc · ed · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "accede"?▾

The IPA transcription of "accede" is /əkˈsiːd/.

What does "accede" mean?▾

Accede: To approach; to arrive, to come forward.

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