"Concessive" comes from the Latin word "concedere," which means "to yield" or "to grant."
Meaning:
In linguistics, a concessive is a word or phrase that acknowledges an opposing view or argument, but also expresses a counterargument or a reason to discount it.
It is typically used to introduce a clause that contrasts with the main clause, and it often signals a sense of concession or admission.
Origin:
The concept of concessive has been used in language for centuries. In English, the word "concessive" first appeared in the 16th century.
It was initially used in legal and philosophical contexts, where it referred to a statement that acknowledged an opponent's argument but still presented a counterargument.
Examples:
"Even though he is a skilled programmer, he lacks the experience for this job."
"I admit that the movie has some flaws, but overall I enjoyed it."
"Although the weather is bad, we should still go for a walk."
Concessive Phrases:
even though
although
even if
despite the fact
in spite of
regardless of
notwithstanding
Concessive Clauses:
Concessive clauses are dependent clauses that express a concession. They typically begin with a concessive phrase and are usually separated from the main clause by a comma.
Example: "Even though it was raining, we decided to go for a walk."
