con
quer
Third Person
conquers
Present Participle
conquering
Past Tense
conquered
Past Participle
conquered
1
to gain control of a place or people using armed forces
transitive
- The army worked strategically to conquer the enemy's territory.
- The warlord aimed to conquer neighboring regions to expand his dominion.
- The general's goal was to conquer the opposing forces and claim victory.
- Conquering a city often involves overcoming both physical and strategic challenges.
- Throughout history, powerful empires sought to conquer new lands.
Synonyms:
2
to overcome a challenge or obstacle
transitive
- She conquered the challenges in her career through perseverance and hard work.
- Teams strategize to conquer obstacles and achieve successful project outcomes.
- Leaders aim to conquer adversity by guiding their teams through difficult situations.
- Athletes conquer physical limitations through dedicated training and discipline.
- Communities unite to conquer crises and rebuild in the aftermath of natural disasters.
3
to overcome or defeat something using mental strength, determination, or moral influence
transitive
- Through constant practice and self-belief, she conquered her fear of public speaking.
- He conquered the temptation to quit, staying focused on his long-term goals.
- She had to conquer her own insecurities before she could pursue her dreams.
- Through hard work and self-discipline, he conquered his self-doubt.
Synonyms:
4
to dominate a place by becoming very popular or successful
transitive
- Her book conquered the bestseller list, topping charts for months.
- The tech company conquered the market with its innovative new product.
- Over time, the small cafe conquered the local food scene with its unique menu.
- The viral video conquered social media, reaching millions of viewers worldwide.
- The fashion brand conquered the industry by setting new trends every season.