What does the root word cess mean?

The root word "cess" comes from the Latin word "cedere," meaning "to go," "to yield," or "to withdraw."

It is often used in words related to:

* Movement or change: "access," "recess," "process"

* Stopping or ceasing: "intercess," "cessation"

* Giving way or yielding: "concession," "precession"

While "cess" is not a stand-alone word in English, it is a common root found in many words.