Meaning of the word conqueror in English

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conqueror

US /ˈkɑːŋ.kɚ.ɚ/

UK /ˈkɑːŋ.kɚ.ɚ/

a person who conquers a place or people in battle or by force

Example:

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Alexander the Great was a famous conqueror.

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The conquerors imposed their language and culture on the defeated people.

Synonym:

victor vanquisher subduer overcomer triumpher

a person who overcomes a difficulty or challenge

Example:

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She was a true conqueror of her fears.

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He became a conqueror of the mountain after reaching the summit.

Synonym:

overcomer victor triumpher

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