Synonyms for

Vanquish

Verb / ˈvæŋkwɪʃ / Another word for vanquish — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to defeat thoroughly

Synonyms & similar words

trounce shell beatout crush beat conquer overcome subdue defeat trounce beat crush overpower quell suppress annihilate demolish exterminate obliterate ruin smash vanish

Example sentences

  1. The brave knight vanquished the dragon to save the princess.
  2. The superhero vanquished the villain and saved the city.
  3. She tried to vanquish her fear of heights by climbing to the top of the mountain.
  4. The army was sent to vanquish the rebel forces.
  5. He was able to vanquish his opponent in the boxing match.

Quotes

  • The only way to deal with fear is to face it head on. Vanquish it once and for all. - Jillian Michaels
  • Your fears are only thoughts in your mind. Destroy them. - Sylvia Browne
  • Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear - not absence of fear. - Mark Twain

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