Succumb meaning: Definition of succumb verb in Oxford

Definition of succumb verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more. The meaning of SUCCUMB is to yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire. How to use succumb in a sentence. SUCCUMBED definition: 1. past simple and past participle of succumb 2. to lose the determination to oppose something; to…. Learn more. verb (used without object) to give way to superior force; yield. to succumb to despair. Synonyms: surrender, accede, submit to yield to disease, wounds, old age, etc.; die.