admit
verb B1
Plain meaning
accept that something is true or allow someone to enter
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss accept that something is true or allow someone to enter in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe team tried to admit a mistake before the deadline.
examThe passage suggests that institutions may need to admit a mistake in order to improve long-term outcomes.
Common collocations
admit a mistakeadmit responsibilityadmit students
Watch out
Do not pair it with a random object. Learn the full pattern, e.g., “admit a mistake”. Also avoid confusing it with “deny”.