Synonyms for
Conquer
Definition
to overcome or defeat something or someone
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Common collocations
- conquer the world
- conquer fear
- conquer a country
- conquer a disease
- conquer the market
- conquer challenges
- conquer obstacles
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Usage note
Often used in contexts of military victory, overcoming difficulties, or achieving mastery. Be mindful of the strong connotations of dominance and control.
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Example sentences
- She worked hard to conquer her fear of heights.
- The army was determined to conquer the enemy's stronghold.
- He set out to conquer a mountain he had never climbed before.
- She finally managed to conquer the difficult math problem.
- The team hopes to conquer their rival in the upcoming game.
Quotes
To conquer oneself is the best and noblest victory; to be vanquished by one's own nature is the worst and most ignoble defeat. - Plato
A true conqueror is he who can conquer himself. - Confucius
The greatest victory is that which requires no battle. - Sun Tzu