1. to yield to superior strength or force; to give way
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘succumb’
2. to die from the effects of disease or injury
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘succumb’

Examples

• She never succumbs to peer pressure.
• The patient succumbs to his injuries after the accident.
• The old building finally succumbs to years of neglect.
• He succumbs to temptation and eats the chocolate cake.
• The town succumbs to the invading army.
• The plant succumbs to the harsh winter conditions.