conquest
0 antonyms and opposites of conquest, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The act of defeating an opponent and gaining control of their territory.
How to use conquest
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French "conqueste," ultimately from Latin "conquirere," meaning "to search out or gain," built from "con-" and "quaerere," "to seek."
Full origin of conquest →Frequently asked questions
What does “conquest” mean?
The word “conquest” means the act of defeating an opponent and gaining control of their territory. In plain terms, a victory that gains territory or control, or more casually, a romantic "win.".
How do you pronounce “conquest”?
“Conquest” is pronounced KONGK-wehst (/ˈkɑnkwɛst/ in IPA).
How do you use “conquest” in a sentence?
Here is “conquest” used in a sentence: “The Norman conquest of England began in 1066.”
What part of speech is “conquest”?
“Conquest” is a noun.
Where does the word “conquest” come from?
The word “conquest” comes from Latin. From Old French "conqueste," ultimately from Latin "conquirere," meaning "to search out or gain," built from "con-" and "quaerere," "to seek.".
Is “conquest” a common word?
“Conquest” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “conquest” have?
“Conquest” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of defeating an opponent and gaining control of their territory.
What is the difference between conquest and conquer?
Conquer is the verb for the act of defeating and taking control of a place, people, or army by force, while conquest is the noun referring to that act itself or to the thing gained through it. A conquest is the result of having conquered something.