Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Defeat means to win against someone in a competition, battle, or conflict.
Defeat
/dɪˈfiːt/Synonyms:
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Examples:
And the defeated King of Norway begged for peace.
Defeat and shame cling to you.
Surprise could defeat you.
Etymology:
The word defeat originates from Middle English in the late 14th century, from the Old French defaitre, influenced by desfaire, meaning to undo or destroy. It was later adopted in the sense of overcome in the 16th century.
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