Win over: meaning, definitions and examples
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win over
[ wษชn หoสvษr ]
in a competition
To defeat someone in a competition or contest, especially after a struggle or effort.
Synonyms
defeat, prevail against, triumph over
Examples of usage
- She managed to win over her opponent in the final round.
- The underdog team was able to win over the defending champions.
Translations
Translations of the word "win over" in other languages:
๐ต๐น conquistar
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคคเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช gewinnen
๐ฎ๐ฉ menang
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะตัะตะผะพะณัะธ
๐ต๐ฑ wygraฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ๅใค
๐ซ๐ท gagner
๐ช๐ธ ganar
๐น๐ท kazanmak
๐ฐ๐ท ์ด๊ธฐ๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ูููุฒ
๐จ๐ฟ vyhrรกt
๐ธ๐ฐ vyhraลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ่ตขๅพ
๐ธ๐ฎ zmagati
๐ฎ๐ธ sigra
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถะตาฃั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ qazanmaq
๐ฒ๐ฝ ganar
Etymology
The phrase 'win over' has its origins in the concept of achieving victory or success in a particular situation. The use of 'win' implies achieving a positive outcome, while 'over' suggests overcoming obstacles or resistance. The expression has been commonly used in both competitive and persuasive contexts, highlighting the idea of triumph and persuasion. Over time, 'win over' has become a popular phrase to describe both conquering opponents in a competition and persuading others to support one's viewpoint.