defeat

/dɪfˈiːt/

/dɪˈfit/

to defeat

MAIN VERB

to win against someone in a war, game, contest, etc.

to prevent something from succeeding

synonyms : kill

Defeat

the state of having lost in a contest, war, competition, etc.

synonyms : licking

antonyms : victory

the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals

Examples

1. She knows the feeling of defeat all too well after years of struggling with her anxiety disorder.

2. The defeated army was forced to bow down before their conquerors, acknowledging their superiority.

3. The rebels are standing fast and refuse to be defeated.

4. I am working hard to defeat my competitor and to win I have to do or die.