The act of admitting defeat in a conflict, signaling a willingness to comply with the terms or demands set forth by an opposing party.
A spiritual or ritual submission, often in a religious context, aimed at pacifying malevolent forces or adversaries through divine intervention.
The formal acceptance of losing in a competitive circumstance, resulting in the end of resistance and alignment with the victor's commands.
Example:
降伏するくらいなら死んだほうが増しだ。
The act of a military force or nation ceasing hostilities and completely surrendering all personnel and equipment to the enemy without any terms or conditions.
A situation in which one side in a conflict agrees to capitulate without the requirement of negotiations or stipulations, accepting defeat fully and unreservedly.