conquest
Translation
conquest, victory, subjugation
Examples
The Norman conquest of England was in 1066.
The Norman conquest of England was in 1066.
The conquest of space is a great challenge.
The conquest of space is a great challenge.
Grammar Patterns
the conquest of (sth.) the act of conquering a country, area, or situation The Norman conquest of England was in 1066.
Similar Words
Synonyms: victory, subjugation, takeover; Antonyms: liberation, defeat
Etymology
From Old French 'conqueste', from the past participle of 'conquerre' (to conquer).
Memory Tips
Think of 'conquest' as the noun form of the verb 'to conquer'—it's the act or result of conquering.