Admission
/ədˈmɪʃən/
Definitions
2 meaningsThe process or fact of entering or being allowed to enter a place, organization, or group.
/ədˈmɪʃən/
The act of admitting or being admitted.
Admission to the club is by invitation only.
💡 Simply: Allowing someone to enter or join.
More Examples
The museum charges an admission fee.
How It's Used
"Her admission to the university was a proud moment."
"The hospital's admission rate increased during flu season."
A statement admitting the truth or existence of something, often something incriminating or embarrassing.
/ədˈmɪʃən/
A statement acknowledging something is true or real.
The company made an admission of responsibility for the accident.
💡 Simply: Confessing or acknowledging.
More Examples
Her admission of defeat surprised everyone.
How It's Used
"His admission of guilt led to a reduced sentence."
"She made a tearful admission of her mistake."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
gain admission
To be allowed to enter or join.
"She gained admission to Harvard."
From Old French 'admissioun', from Latin 'admissio', from 'admittere' (to admit).
The word has been used consistently since the Middle Ages, largely in the context of entry or acceptance.
Memory tip
Think of 'admitting' someone – the process is admission.
Word Origin
"admittere (to admit)"