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Definition of conquest

conquest

/ˈkɑːŋkwɛst/
con · quest
Plural:conquests
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Adjective:conquering
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• noun

1

The subjugation and assumption of control of a place or people by military force, or a territory that has been subdued in this way.

Example

"The historical museum features an exhibit detailing the Norman conquest of England in 1066."

2

The successful overcoming of a problem, obstacle, or physical challenge, or the mastery of a new field of activity.

Example

"The mountaineer wrote a memoir about her lifelong conquest of the world's highest peaks."

3

A person whose affection or favor has been won, or the act of winning someone's affection.

Example

"In the classic novel, the charming protagonist boasted to his friends about his latest romantic conquest."

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• Nearby Words

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conquerable
conqueror
conquest
conquistador
conscience
conscientious

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Old French 'conqueste', from Vulgar Latin '*conquisita', the feminine past participle of Latin 'conquirere' (to search for, procure, or win by effort), formed from 'com-' (intensive prefix) and 'quaerere' (to seek).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Conquest. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/conquest
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