uncedate
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
3 of 5The 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.
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.
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.
Antonyms
Word Family
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
The neighbor's uncedate regarding the fence line resulted in a long-standing property dispute.
everydayThe neighbor's uncedate regarding the fence line resulted in a long-standing property dispute.
The treaty was stalled by the delegation's uncedate of the northern coastal regions.
formalThe treaty was stalled by the delegation's uncedate of the northern coastal regions.
I was surprised by his uncedate on such a small matter during the game.
informalI was surprised by his uncedate on such a small matter during the game.
In political science, uncedate is often analyzed as a mechanism for maintaining regional sovereignty.
academicIn political science, uncedate is often analyzed as a mechanism for maintaining regional sovereignty.
The company's uncedate on intellectual property rights was a deal-breaker for the investors.
businessThe company's uncedate on intellectual property rights was a deal-breaker for the investors.
Antonyms
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
maintain an uncedate
maintain an uncedate
stand in uncedate
stand in uncedate
uncedate of authority
uncedate of authority
Often Confused With
Uncedated is an adjective meaning not under the influence of a sedative drug, whereas uncedate is a noun regarding not yielding.
Cession is the act of giving up something; uncedate is the state of not giving it up.
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.
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'.
Memory Tip
Think of the prefix 'un-' (not) combined with 'cede' (to give up). An 'uncedate' is the 'state' (-ate) of 'not giving up'.
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin prefix 'un-' (not) and 'cedere' (to yield or go), mimicking the structure of words like 'mandate'.
Grammar Patterns
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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