Defeated
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈfiːtəd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Defeated is an adjective meaning Subjugated, beaten, overcome.
Meaning
Subjugated, beaten, overcome.
More Meanings
- simple past and past participle of defeat
Example Sentences
The soldiers were defeated then captured
Synonyms for defeated
Depending on context, synonyms include foiled, bested, broken, confounded, conquered, licked.
Antonyms for defeated
Common opposites include unbeaten, unbested, unconquered, undefeated, conquering, triumphant.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include thwarted, frustrated, disappointed, discouraged, crushed, baffled.
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