Pronunciation

/ˈjaɪld/

Definitions

Noun

1. The amount of a crop that is harvested, usually expressed in terms of quantity or quality: “The wheat yield was higher than last year.”
2. The production or return obtained from an investment, effort, or process: “A new farming technique increased crop yield.”
3. The act of giving or surrendering: “He yielded to her demands.”

Verb

1. To give way or submit to something, especially under pressure or influence: “She yielded to his persuasion.”
2. To produce or give as a result: “The experiment yielded unexpected results.”
3. To comply with a request or demand: “The company yielded to consumer complaints.”

Adjective

1. Capable of producing a large amount: “A high-yielding crop.”
2. Willing to give in or compromise: “A compliant and yielding manager.”

Adverb

1. In a submissive or compliant manner: “He yielded gracefully to the situation.”

Phrases

• “Yield to traffic” means to stop for other vehicles or pedestrians.
• “Yield data” refers to statistics on crop production or performance.
• “Yield control” is the management of production processes to optimize efficiency.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The farmer was pleased with the crop yield this season.”
• Verb: “After months of negotiation, they finally yielded to the peace agreement.”
• Adjective: “The new technology significantly increased the building’s energy yield.”
• Adverb: “He yielded easily to her arguments.”

Synonyms

• Produce
• Give (up)
• Concede
• Surrender
• Comply
• Respond
• Generate
• Output