conqueror
UK: ˈkɒŋkərə | US: ˈkɑːŋkərər
n. a person who conquers or defeats others, especially in war or competition
n. (historical) a military leader who seizes control of a territory
The word "conqueror" derives from the Old French "conquerre," which itself comes from the Latin "conquīrere" (to seek out, win, or acquire). The Latin root combines "con-" (intensive prefix) + "quaerere" (to seek, gain). Over time, "conquer" evolved in English to mean "to overcome by force," and the suffix "-or" (from Latin "-ator") was added to denote the agent of the action. Thus, a "conqueror" is literally "one who overcomes."
William the Conqueror invaded England in 1066.
The team celebrated their victory like conquerors.
History often remembers conquerors but forgets the oppressed.
She emerged as the conqueror of the chess tournament.
The conqueror claimed the land for his kingdom.