What does vanquish mean?
Vanquish means (transitive) To defeat (someone); to overcome..
Vanquish
/ˈvæŋkwɪʃ/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To defeat (someone); to overcome..
Example Sentences
In ſingle Combat thou ſhalt buckle vvith me; / And if thou vanquiſheſt, thy vvords are true, / Othervviſe I renounce all confidence.
This bold assertion has been so fully vanquish'd in a late reply to the Bishop of Meaux's treatise.
They […] vanquished the rebels in all encounters.
Synonyms for vanquish
Antonyms for vanquish
Related Words
Word Forms
- vanquishes
- vanquishing
- vanquished
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for vanquish?
Common synonyms include trounce, crush, beat, beat out.
What is the opposite of vanquish?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use vanquish in a sentence?
In ſingle Combat thou ſhalt buckle vvith me; / And if thou vanquiſheſt, thy vvords are true, / Othervviſe I renounce all confidence.
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