Meaning
To conquer is to gain control or dominance over a territory, people, or an abstract concept through force, strategic maneuvering, or persuasive means, often implying a significant transformation of the conquered entity's structure or identity.
💡 While "conquer" traditionally conveys a sense of military or physical dominance, it is increasingly used in metaphorical contexts, such as personal development or business, where the term may imply overcoming challenges rather than literal subjugation.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Maya
had
long
felt
a
steady
apprehension
about
speaking
in
front
of
more
than
a
handful
of
people
,
so
she
planned
a
deliberate
series
of
small
steps
to
address
it
.
Each
week
she
volunteered
for
a
brief
announcement
at
work
,
then
tested
herself
with
a
short
presentation
at
a
local
meetup
,
gradually
extending
the
time
she
spoke
.
Through
rehearsal
,
feedback
and
quiet
reflection
she
began
to
cultivate
a
steadier
voice
and
a
more
confident
posture
,
and
she
noticed
the
tension
easing
.
On
the
day
of
a
regional
conference
she
feared
might
overwhelm
her
,
she
managed
to
conquer
that
old
anxiety
by
focusing
on
clear
structure
and
the
audience's
curiosity
rather
than
on
herself
.
Afterwards
she
felt
both
relieved
and
quietly
proud
,
aware
that
persistent
effort
had
transformed
a
limiting
habit
into
a
manageable
skill
.
Common Phrases
conquer a territory
conquer one's fears
conquer a market
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