conquest in English
- conquest⇄conquest, noun.
1. the act of conquering.
Ex. the conquest of a country, the conquest of disease. Conquest brings conceit and intolerance (Havelock Ellis).
(SYN) triumph.
2. a thing conquered; land or people conquered.
Ex. - conquest⇄expr. the Conquest, the conquering of England by William the Conqueror, begun in 1066.
Ex. ... a family of an ancient extraction, even from the time of the Conquest (Edward Clarendon).
conquest in Hindi हिन्दी
conquest in Sindhi سنڌي
Conquest
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
IPA: /ˈkɒŋ.kwɛst/ (British), /ˈkɑːŋ.kwest/ (American)
Definitions
- The act of conquering or taking control of a place or people by force.
- A territory or people that have been taken over by a conqueror.
- The act of successfully overcoming a challenge or achieving victory.
Usage Examples
- The Norman conquest of England in 1066 changed the course of history.
- The explorer celebrated his conquest of the highest peak in the region.
- Her conquest of the championship was the result of years of dedication.
Etymology
Derived from Old French "conqueste," from Latin "conquirere," meaning "to acquire, win, or seek."
Synonyms
- Subjugation
- Victory
- Domination
- Triumph
- Overthrow
Antonyms
- Defeat
- Loss
- Surrender
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Conquista | Kon-kees-ta |
| French | Conquête | Kon-ket |
| German | Eroberung | Eh-ro-ber-oong |
| Hindi | विजय | Vi-jay |
| Tamil | வெற்றி | Vettri |
| Chinese | 征服 | Zhēng fú |
| Russian | Завоевание | Za-vo-ye-va-nie |
| Arabic | فتح | Fatḥ |
| Japanese | 征服 | Sei-fuku |
| Korean | 정복 | Jeong-bok |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /ˈkɒŋ.kwɛst/
- American English: /ˈkɑːŋ.kwest/
Historical Usage
The word "conquest" is historically linked to military victories, such as the Spanish conquest of the Americas and the Mongol conquest of Asia.
Cultural Nuances
In different cultures, conquest is seen either as a glorious achievement or an act of oppression, depending on historical perspective.
More Information
Conquests have played a major role in shaping civilizations by expanding empires, spreading cultures, and altering political landscapes. While some see conquests as necessary for progress, others criticize them for causing destruction and suffering.