conquer

/ˈkɒnkwər/

Definitions

1. verb

to overcome or defeat an enemy or opponent in battle, or to achieve success in a difficult task

“The army conquered the city after a long siege.”

2. noun

the act of overcoming or defeating an enemy or opponent in battle, or the act of achieving success in a difficult task

“The conquest of the new territory was a major achievement.”

3. noun

a person or thing that has been overcome or defeated

“The conquered people were treated with respect by their new rulers.”

Synonyms

  • defeat
  • overcome
  • subdue
  • subjugate

Antonyms

  • defeat
  • lose
  • surrender
  • yield