C1 noun Formal

uncedate

/ʌnˈsiːdeɪt/

A formal and technical noun referring to a state or instance where a claim, territory, or right has not been yielded or surrendered. It describes the preservation of original status or possession despite pressure to concede or transfer control.

Examples

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1

The neighbor's uncedate regarding the fence line resulted in a long-standing property dispute.

The neighbor's uncedate regarding the fence line resulted in a long-standing property dispute.

2

The treaty was stalled by the delegation's uncedate of the northern coastal regions.

The treaty was stalled by the delegation's uncedate of the northern coastal regions.

3

I was surprised by his uncedate on such a small matter during the game.

I was surprised by his uncedate on such a small matter during the game.

Word Family

Noun
uncedate
Verb
uncede
Adverb
uncededly
Adjective
unceded
Related
non-cession
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Memory Tip

Think of the prefix 'un-' (not) combined with 'cede' (to give up). An 'uncedate' is the 'state' (-ate) of 'not giving up'.

Quick Quiz

The government's ____ regarding the ancient forest rights led to a significant legal victory for the tribe.

Correct!

The correct answer is: uncedate

Examples

1

The neighbor's uncedate regarding the fence line resulted in a long-standing property dispute.

everyday

The neighbor's uncedate regarding the fence line resulted in a long-standing property dispute.

2

The treaty was stalled by the delegation's uncedate of the northern coastal regions.

formal

The treaty was stalled by the delegation's uncedate of the northern coastal regions.

3

I was surprised by his uncedate on such a small matter during the game.

informal

I was surprised by his uncedate on such a small matter during the game.

4

In political science, uncedate is often analyzed as a mechanism for maintaining regional sovereignty.

academic

In political science, uncedate is often analyzed as a mechanism for maintaining regional sovereignty.

5

The company's uncedate on intellectual property rights was a deal-breaker for the investors.

business

The company's uncedate on intellectual property rights was a deal-breaker for the investors.

Word Family

Noun
uncedate
Verb
uncede
Adverb
uncededly
Adjective
unceded
Related
non-cession

Common Collocations

territorial uncedate territorial uncedate
policy of uncedate policy of uncedate
firm uncedate firm uncedate
uncedate of rights uncedate of rights
complete uncedate complete uncedate

Common Phrases

maintain an uncedate

maintain an uncedate

stand in uncedate

stand in uncedate

uncedate of authority

uncedate of authority

Often Confused With

uncedate vs uncedated

Uncedated is an adjective meaning not under the influence of a sedative drug, whereas uncedate is a noun regarding not yielding.

uncedate vs cession

Cession is the act of giving up something; uncedate is the state of not giving it up.

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Usage Notes

Uncedate is primarily used in formal, legal, or political contexts to describe the refusal to transfer rights or land. It is quite rare and often replaced by 'non-concession' in general English.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use 'uncedate' as a verb; however, 'uncede' is the correct verbal form. It is also frequently confused with the medical term 'uncedated'.

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Memory Tip

Think of the prefix 'un-' (not) combined with 'cede' (to give up). An 'uncedate' is the 'state' (-ate) of 'not giving up'.

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Word Origin

Derived from the Latin prefix 'un-' (not) and 'cedere' (to yield or go), mimicking the structure of words like 'mandate'.

Grammar Patterns

uncountable noun often followed by 'of' + noun phrase can be modified by adjectives like 'territorial' or 'absolute'
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Cultural Context

The concept is frequently relevant in discussions of indigenous land rights, where the status of 'unceded' territory is a central legal and cultural issue.

Quick Quiz

The government's ____ regarding the ancient forest rights led to a significant legal victory for the tribe.

Correct!

The correct answer is: uncedate

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A1

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of

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in

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A preposition used to indicate position within a container, a space, an area, or a period of time. It describes being surrounded by something or being inside the boundaries of a location.

it

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A third-person singular pronoun used to refer to an object, animal, or situation that has already been mentioned or is clear from context. It is also frequently used as a dummy subject to talk about time, weather, or distance.

on

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as

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this

A1

Used to identify a specific person, thing, or idea that is physically close to the speaker or has just been mentioned. It can also refer to the present time or a situation that is currently happening.

by

A1

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we

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or

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