vanquishing
Definitions
The act of defeating thoroughly in a battle or contest.
The process of overcoming or subduing a feeling, condition, or obstacle.
Examples
The hero spent his entire life vanquishing the dark forces that threatened his kingdom.
She felt a sense of immense relief after finally vanquishing her long-standing fear of public speaking.
By vanquishing the reigning champion in the final round, the underdog secured a historic victory.
Synonyms
conquering defeating overcoming subduing crushing beating overpowering
Antonyms
losing surrendering yielding failing capitulating succumbing retreating