defeat

Meanings

• Verb

  The action or fact of defeating someone or something, especially in a battle or contest.

  - "The underdog team defeated the favorite with a last-minute goal."
  - "Despite her best efforts, she was defeated by the illness."

• Noun

  The state of being overcome or vanquished.

  - "The defeat of the enemy was celebrated with great fanfare."
  - "His morale was low after his defeat in the tournament."

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Pronunciation

1. /dɪˈfiːt/
   
   
   
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2. /dɪˈfiːt/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

victory

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Synonyms

beat , overcome , vanquish

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with defeat
feats , beats , meets , seats , teats

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Variants

List of all variants of defeat that leads to same result
defeat , defeatable , defeated , defeating , defeats , defeat the purpose of , admit defeat , concede defeat , go down to defeat , in defeat , the jaws of defeat

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Old French 'defait' meaning 'undone, defeated'.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that the longest recorded defeat in sports history was in chess, where a game lasted for 11 years?

2. In the ancient Roman gladiatorial games, a defeated gladiator could be granted mercy and spared, while one who refused to surrender was often executed.

3. The word 'defeat' appears in the Bible several times, often in the context of military battles or spiritual struggles.

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Related Concepts

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1. Victory: The opposite of defeat, representing the achievement of success or the overcoming of an opponent.

2. Defiance: The act of refusing to submit or give in, even in the face of defeat or adversity.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Defeat has been a significant theme in literature, art, and music throughout history. It can represent the end of a journey, the loss of a battle, or the failure to achieve a goal. In literature, defeat can be a turning point for characters, leading them to new insights or motivations. In art and music, defeat can be depicted in various ways, from tragic and somber to triumphant and ironic.

How to Memorize "defeat"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a battle scene where one side is clearly winning and the other is losing. Visualize the defeated side retreating or surrendering.
   - Visualize yourself in a contest or competition and imagining the feeling of coming in last place or losing.
   - Visualize a game or match where you are losing and imagine what you can do to turn the tide and win.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'defeat' with images of soldiers surrendering, runners crossing the finish line last, or athletes losing a game.
   - Associate the word with feelings of disappointment, frustration, and sadness.
   - Associate the word with the idea of a challenge or obstacle that has been overcome, leading to growth and learning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym 'D-E-F-E-A-T': Defeat means 'Defeated, Ended, Failed, Eliminated, Annihilated, Terminated'.
   - Create a mnemonic using a memorable phrase or sentence that relates to the meaning of the word 'defeat'.
   - Create a mnemonic using a visual image or mental picture that represents the meaning of the word.

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