Reconquest: meaning, definitions and examples

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reconquest

 

[ ˌriːˈkɒŋkwest ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

historical term

The act of regaining control over a territory previously lost, especially through military operations.

Synonyms

recovery, regaining, retaking.

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Word Description / Examples
reconquest

This is a duplicate entry. Please refer to the previous context for usage.

  • The reconquest of the lost territories took several years
  • The army planned the reconquest of the city with great detail
recovery

This word is suitable for situations where something is being regained or returned to a previous state, especially in terms of health, finances, or conditions. It is often used in medical, financial, or general contexts.

  • The patient's recovery after surgery was faster than expected
  • The recovery of the economy gave hope to many businesses
retaking

This word is appropriate when something that was lost or captured is being taken back again, typically in a more direct or physical sense, and often used in military or academic contexts.

  • The soldiers succeeded in retaking the fort from the enemy
  • She is planning on retaking the exam next semester
regaining

This term is used when something that was lost or taken away is being taken back or restored, often in a general sense that can apply to various scenarios including strength, confidence, or items.

  • After months of training, she is regaining her strength
  • He is regaining control over his life after the accident

Examples of usage

  • The reconquest of Spain from the Moors took several centuries.
  • The reconquest of the lost territories was a key objective for the army.

Translations

Translations of the word "reconquest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reconquista

🇮🇳 पुनरुद्धार

🇩🇪 Rückeroberung

🇮🇩 penaklukan kembali

🇺🇦 відвоювання

🇵🇱 odzyskanie

🇯🇵 再征服 (さいせいふく)

🇫🇷 reconquête

🇪🇸 reconquista

🇹🇷 yeniden fethetme

🇰🇷 재정복 (jaejeongbok)

🇸🇦 إعادة الغزو

🇨🇿 znovudobytí

🇸🇰 znovudobytie

🇨🇳 重新征服 (chóngxīn zhēngfú)

🇸🇮 ponovno osvajanje

🇮🇸 endurheimt

🇰🇿 қайта жаулап алу

🇬🇪 ხელახლა დაპყრობა

🇦🇿 yenidən fəth etmə

🇲🇽 reconquista

Etymology

The term 'reconquest' originated in the late 16th century, combining 're-' (again) and 'conquest', reflecting the idea of conquering back what was previously lost. The concept of reconquest has been significant in various historical contexts, particularly in the context of military campaigns and territorial disputes.

See also: conquests.