conquering

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the act of conquering
  2. verb to put down by force or authority
  3. verb take possession of by force, as after an invasion

Etymology

From conquer + -ing.

In classic literature

Synonyms

conquest, subjection, subjugation

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