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conquer

Pronunciation: /ˈkɒŋkə/
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Definition of conquer

verb

[with object]
  • overcome and take control of (a place or people) by military force:he conquered Cyprus figurativethey’ve conquered new markets in Japan (as adjective conquered)a conquered people
  • successfully overcome (a problem or weakness):a fear she never managed to conquer
  • climb (a mountain) successfully:the second Briton to conquer Everest
  • gain the love, admiration, or respect of (a person or group of people):the Beatles were to leave Liverpool and conquer the world

Derivatives

conquerable

adjective

Origin:

Middle English (also in the general sense 'acquire, attain'): from Old French conquerre, based on Latin conquirere 'gain, win', from con- (expressing completion) + quaerere 'seek'

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