defeating
word · lemma: defeat
Definition
Beating someone or something in a competition, fight, or challenge; making the other side lose.
Usage & Nuances
Used for both physical contests (sports, games) and abstract challenges (problems, emotions). Common collocations: 'defeating an opponent', 'defeating the enemy', 'defeating the purpose'. Can also express overcoming difficulties ('defeating fear').
Spanish: derrotando - venciendoPortuguese (BR): derrotando - vencendoPortuguese (PT): derrotando - vencendoChinese (Simplified): 击败 - 战胜Chinese (Traditional): 擊敗 - 戰勝Hindi: हरा रहा है - मात दे रहा हैArabic: يهزم - متغلب على
Example Sentences
The team is defeating its rivals in the final game.
basic
She is defeating every challenge that comes her way.
basic
They are defeating the enemy in the battle.
basic
The most defeating part was realizing we had to start over.
natural
He keeps defeating his own fears every day.
natural
Nothing is more satisfying than defeating a tough opponent.
natural