conquerable
/'kɔɳkərəbl/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Capable of being overcome or defeated: Describes something that can be successfully overcome, subdued, or mastered, such as a challenge, fear, or obstacle.
- Capable of being captured or subjugated: Describes a territory, fortress, or opponent that can be taken by force or won in a conflict.
Usage
The adjective "conquerable" is used to describe a person, place, thing, or abstract concept that is not invincible and can be defeated, overcome, or mastered. It often implies that while a challenge exists, it is surmountable with sufficient effort, strategy, or courage.
Examples
- Describing abstract challenges:
- Her anxiety was intense but she believed it was conquerable with therapy.
- The final level of the game is difficult but conquerable.
- Describing physical entities:
- The small, undefended island was seen as easily conquerable by the invading fleet.
- Historians argued that the mountain pass was not conquerable in winter.
Advanced Usage
- "Ultimately conquerable": Emphasizes that something can be overcome in the end, despite current difficulties.
- The technical hurdles are significant but ultimately conquerable.
- Used in a negative form ("unconquerable") far more frequently to describe insurmountable challenges or indomitable spirits.
Variants and Related Words
- Conquer (verb): To overcome and take control of by force, or to successfully overcome a problem or weakness.
- They sought to conquer new lands.
- He worked hard to conquer his fear of public speaking.
- Conqueror (noun): A person who conquers a place or people.
- Conquest (noun): The act or process of conquering.
Synonyms
- Surmountable: Able to be overcome.
- Beatable: Able to be defeated.
- Vulnerable: Susceptible to being attacked or harmed.
Antonyms
- Unconquerable: Incapable of being overcome or defeated.
- Impregnable: Unable to be captured or broken into.
- Invincible: Too powerful to be defeated or overcome.
Adjective
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capable of being surmounted or excelled
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subject to being conquered or overcome
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knew her fears were ultimately conquerable
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