full capitulation

[/fʊl kæpɪtʃuˈleɪʃən/]
nounpl: full capitulations
capitulação total
1. Complete surrender or submission, typically in a military, political, or negotiation context; the act of yielding entirely to an opponent's demands without reservations
The country's full capitulation to the enemy forces marked the end of the war.
A capitulação total do país às forças inimigas marcou o fim da guerra.
2. Abandonment of all resistance or opposition; complete concession of a position or principle
The government's full capitulation on the trade agreement disappointed many citizens.
A capitulação total do governo sobre o acordo comercial decepcionou muitos cidadãos.
The term 'full capitulation' is commonly used in Brazilian and American political discourse, particularly regarding international negotiations, trade agreements, and diplomatic conflicts. It carries a negative connotation, suggesting weakness or failure to maintain one's position. In historical contexts, it frequently references military defeats or the end of wars.
NYC Slang
full surrender, giving up the ghost
Synonyms / Sinônimos
complete surrendertotal submissionunconditional surrenderyieldconcession
Antonyms / Antônimos
resistancedefianceperseverancetriumphvictory

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
capitulação total
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
capitulação total
Common in political discourse
São Paulo
capitulação completa
Alternative variant used in business contexts
Portugal
capitulação total
Identical usage with European Portuguese pronunciation

Related Words

surrendercapitulatesubmissionconcedeabdicateyield

Related Idioms & Phrases

throw in the towel
wave the white flag
raise the white flag
give up the ship
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