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Definition of DEFEAT
Pronunciation : DEFEAT

noun : DEFEAT

Source:WordNet 3.1

  • 1. (

    ) an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest; "it was a narrow defeat"; "the army's only defeat"; "they suffered a convincing licking" ;

  • 2. (

    ) the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals ;

verb : DEFEAT

Source:WordNet 3.1

  • 1. (

    ) win a victory over; "You must overcome all difficulties"; "defeat your enemies"; "He overcame his shyness"; "He overcame his infirmity"; "Her anger got the better of her and she blew up" ;


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