Meaning
collapse, giving way
- structural failure, subsidence, or collapse under pressure
- sudden loss of emotional, physical, or moral strength
In a sentence
Il ponte è crollato a causa di un cedimento strutturale improvviso.
The bridge collapsed because of a sudden structural failure.
Dopo mesi di lavoro intenso ha avuto un cedimento fisico.
After months of intense work, he had a physical breakdown.
Non mostrare alcun cedimento durante la negoziazione con i partner.
Do not show any weakness during the negotiation with the partners.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| cedimento | masculine · singular |
| cedimenti | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Derived from the verb cedere ('to yield, give way').
- Often used in medical or psychological contexts (e.g., cedimento nervoso, 'nervous breakdown').