Defeated: meaning, definitions and examples

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defeated

 

[ dษชหˆfiหtษชd ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

feeling

feeling sad and disappointed because you have failed and are not successful

Synonyms

beaten, crushed, overwhelmed.

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Word Description / Examples
defeated

Used to describe a situation where someone or something has lost in a competition, battle, or struggle. The tone is generally neutral.

  • The team was defeated in the final match.
  • She felt defeated after failing the exam for the third time.
beaten

Often used to describe someone who has suffered a loss, usually in a competition or fight. The term can also imply physical harm.

  • He was beaten in the boxing match.
  • After a long day at work, she felt completely beaten.
crushed

Conveys a more intense or significant defeat, where someone or something has been thoroughly overpowered or destroyed. Often has a stronger emotional impact.

  • The underdog team was crushed by the champions.
  • His dreams were crushed when he didn't get the job.
overwhelmed

Implies being defeated in a way that leaves someone feeling completely powerless or unable to cope, often due to the sheer scale or intensity of the challenge faced.

  • She felt overwhelmed by the amount of homework.
  • The small army was overwhelmed by the sheer number of enemy forces.

Examples of usage

  • I felt defeated after losing the match.
  • She looked defeated as she handed in her resignation letter.
Context #2 | Verb

battle

won over in a battle, game, or competition

Synonyms

conquer, overpower, vanquish.

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defeated

This word is commonly used to describe someone or something that has lost in a competition, conflict, or challenge.

  • The team felt defeated after losing the championship game.
  • She looked defeated after failing her exam.
conquer

Used to describe someone or something that has successfully taken control of a place or situation, often through force or effort.

  • The explorers aimed to conquer the uncharted territory.
  • He managed to conquer his fear of public speaking.
overpower

This word is often used to describe a situation where someone or something is overwhelmed by a stronger force. It often implies physical or mental dominance.

  • The wrestler was able to overpower his opponent easily.
  • The aroma of the fresh bread overpowered her senses.
vanquish

Used to denote a complete and total defeat over an opponent, often carrying a more formal or dramatic tone.

  • The knight vowed to vanquish the evil dragon.
  • His strategic planning helped vanquish their business competitors.

Examples of usage

  • The champion defeated his opponent in just a few minutes.
  • We must work together to defeat our common enemy.

Translations

Translations of the word "defeated" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น derrotado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคฐเคพเคœเคฟเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช besiegt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dikalahkan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะตั€ะตะผะพะถะตะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pokonany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ•—ใ‚ŒใŸ (yabureta)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vaincu

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ derrotado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท maฤŸlup

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒจ๋ฐฐํ•œ (paebaehan)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู‡ุฒูˆู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ poraลพenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ porazenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅคฑ่ดฅ็š„ (shฤซbร i de)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ poraลพen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sigraรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะตาฃั–ะปะณะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒ›แƒแƒ แƒชแƒฎแƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜ (damarcxebuli)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mษ™ฤŸlub

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ derrotado

Etymology

The word 'defeated' originates from the Latin word 'defectus' meaning 'failure' or 'disappointment'. It has been used in the English language for centuries to describe the feeling of being overcome or beaten. The concept of defeat has been a common theme in literature, philosophy, and everyday life, reflecting the human experience of struggle and resilience.

See also: defeat, defeatable, defeating, defeatism, defeatist, defeats, undefeatable.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,536, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.