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Meaning of conquer
to overcome or defeat someone or something, especially in a war or competition
Etymology of conquer
The word "conquer" comes from the Old French word "conquerre", which is derived from the Latin words "con" (meaning "completely") and "quaerere" (meaning "to seek" or "to gain")
The word has been used in English since the 13th century to describe the act of gaining control or victory over someone or something
Synonyms
defeat
overcome
subdue
vanquish
triumph
prevail
succeed
master
overpower
overwhelm
suppress
subjugate
dominate
annex
seize
capture
occupy
invade
overrun
overpower
crush
annihilate
demolish
devastate
rout
conqueror
win
achieve
accomplish
gain
obtain
acquire
get
take
claim
secure
ensure
guarantee
assure
confirm
clinch
seal
finalize
complete
finish
terminate
end
stop
halt
cease
discontinue
abolish
eradicate
extinguish
extirpate
Definitions
- to gain control of a place or people by force, especially in a war
- * to overcome a problem or a difficult situation
- * to win a competition or a challenge
Usage Examples
- The army conquered the city after a long and bloody battle
- * She conquered her fear of public speaking by taking a course
- * The team conquered the championship title after a tough competition
Antonyms
surrender
yield
lose
fail
defeat
succumb
submit
capitulate
relinquish
abandon
quit
forfeit
cede
renounce
abandon
retreat
withdraw
recede
regress
decline
deteriorate
worsen
lose
misplace
forfeit
abandon
release
liberate
free
emancipate
rescue
save
protect
defend