Concession

"Concession" means to "concede," and "concede" means "to give up." But you don't want to "give up" your entire argument. You just want to give up a little. Give up something that isn't very important. "Concession" can improve your ethos, or the image people have of you. You present yourself as an honest person. You show that you are not perfect, and that may help your audience believe you when you do take a stand.

1. 1. "Undoubtedly ...; however, …"
      

   2. "It cannot be denied that …, but on the other hand, …"
      

   3. "While recognizing ... one must also agree that ..."
      

   4. "Doubtless ...., but ..."
      

   5. "Yes, my room is messy. You are right. But that doesn't mean that I don't know how to organize my speech.
      

   6. "My teacher was correct. I wasn't paying attention. But I promise to listen better next time."