“Admit” vs. “Admit It”: What’s the Difference?
Jun 6, 2023
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The difference between “admit” and “admit it”
- "Admit" can be used on its own without explicitly stating what is being admitted, while "admit it" specifies the subject or statement that the person is being asked to acknowledge.
- The use of "it" in "admit it" provides clarity and specificity, making the request or encouragement more direct and focused, whereas "admit" alone leaves the subject or statement open-ended.
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What is the definition of “admit” and “admit it”?
Admit
- "admit" is a verb that means to confess or acknowledge something, usually a truth, fact, or wrongdoing.
- It involves accepting or acknowledging the reality or validity of a statement, situation, or action without specific reference to what is being admitted.
- When used alone, "admit" can refer to the act of confessing or acknowledging something without explicitly mentioning the subject or the specific thing being admitted.
Admit it
- "admit it" is a phrase that includes the pronoun "it" and is used to refer to a specific thing or statement that the person is being asked or encouraged to admit.
- The pronoun "it" represents the subject or fact that the speaker wants the listener to acknowledge or confess.
Which is the more popular variant on the Internet?
“Admit” is the more popular variant on the web.
More popular
Admit
418,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- He admitted his mistake and apologized.
- She admitted her guilt in front of the court.
- They admitted their lack of preparation for the exam.
Admit it
33,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- The movie was boring, admit it!
- She's the best singer in the competition, admit it!
- They have a beautiful house, admit it!
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