accede to something

accede to something
accede to something
1. to agree to the terms or demands that someone has stated. •

We cannot accede to your demands.

2. to assume a position of power or authority; to begin serving in one's official capacity. •

She acceded to the office of mayor in January.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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