Definition of Conquer
Conquer
con·quer
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to use force to take control of something or someone, especially to use military power to take acquire a territory or overcome a people;
e.g. The army is strong enough to conquer any territory it invades.
(verb)
to be successful at controlling or overcoming a weakness, problem, or opposing force, often using one's mental power or moral effort;
e.g. She felt that she could conquer the challenge if she was given enough time. He hopes to conquer his fear of heights.
(verb)
to gain an individual's or group's respect, admiration, or love;
e.g. I hoped that my qualifications would be sufficient to conquer them and make them agree with me.
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Quotes
"Action conquers fear." -- Peter Nivio Zarlenga
"It is not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves." -- Sir Edmund Hillary
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