conquering
UK: ˈkɒŋkərɪŋ | US: ˈkɑːŋkərɪŋ
vt. (present participle) the act of overcoming or gaining control over something through force or effort
adj. describing someone or something that achieves victory or dominance
The word "conquering" derives from the Latin conquirere (to seek out, procure, or win), composed of con- (thoroughly) + quaerere (to seek). Over time, it evolved in Old French as conquerre, emphasizing the idea of "gaining by effort." The suffix -ing marks its present participle form in English, indicating ongoing action. The term retains its core sense of achieving dominance, whether physically (e.g., territories) or metaphorically (e.g., challenges).
The army succeeded in conquering the fortified city.
She focused on conquering her fear of public speaking.
The team is committed to conquering the championship this season.
His conquering spirit inspired others to persevere.
Advances in medicine are conquering diseases once thought incurable.