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(grammar) A phrase or clause that acts as a concession, such as even if or although.

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concessive

Source Word

concessive

Noun

(grammar) A phrase or clause that acts as a concession, such as "even if" or "although".

Japanese Meaning

文法用語としての『譲歩節』、すなわち『たとえ〜でも』や『にもかかわらず』など、譲歩を示す句または節を指す。

When writing persuasive essays, inserting a concessive—like "although" or "even if"—can make your argument seem more balanced.

説得力のあるエッセイを書く際に、「although」や「even if」のような譲歩を表す節を挿入すると、主張がよりバランスの取れた印象になります。

Sense（1）

(grammar) A phrase or clause that acts as a concession, such as "even if" or "although".

concessives

（ plural ）