concedeis

Concedeis is a term used in discourse analysis and rhetorical studies to describe a specific conversational move in which a speaker explicitly acknowledges a point raised by an opponent before presenting a further argument or justification. The term is not widely standardized and may appear in scholarly articles, debate primers, or online discussions as a label for this strategic concession.

Etymology and definition: Concedeis appears to be a neologism formed from the verb concede, plus a generic suffix to mark a linguistic or analytical category. In practice, concedeis refers to the deliberate act of admitting a valid aspect of another’s position, followed by a reframe, rebuttal, or extension that strengthens the speaker’s own stance. The emphasis is on the strategic sequencing—acknowledgment followed by argument—rather than on mere politeness.

Structure and usage: A typical concedeis move involves three parts: (1) an explicit concession of a credible element of the opposing view; (2) a brief justification or context for this concession; and (3) a subsequent claim that mitigates or counters the concession, or shifts the discussion to a preferred alternative. Example paraphrase: “It is true that X; nevertheless, Y leads to a better outcome because …” The effect is to appear fair while maintaining argumentative leverage.

Contexts and reception: Concedeis is observed in political debates, academic discourse, and online deliberations. It is regarded by some as a legitimate device for constructive dialogue; others view it as a tactic to soften resistance before pitching a stronger position. See also: concession, hedging, discourse analysis.