yield (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /jiːld/

Definition

An amount of agricultural produce, especially crops, that is grown or harvested.

Examples

• The vineyard is expected to produce a good yield of grapes this season.

• This year's wheat yield was significantly lower due to the drought.

• Farmers are always hoping for a high yield to cover their costs.

How to Use yield

yield to (prepositional phrase)

To give way to someone or something; to surrender or be persuaded. — "The protesters refused to yield to the police."

yield results (collocation)

To produce a particular outcome or success. — "The new marketing strategy is starting to yield results."

yield profit (collocation)

To generate financial gain. — "This investment is expected to yield a substantial profit."

yield sign (collocation)

A traffic sign indicating that drivers must give way to other traffic. — "Remember to slow down and check for traffic when you see a yield sign."

Synonyms of yield

Words with a similar meaning to yield:

• produce
• output
• harvest
• return

Antonyms of yield

Words with the opposite meaning to yield:

• shortage
• deficit

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