conquerable
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/ˈkɑːŋkərəbl/
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/ˈkɒŋkərəbl/
(conquer)
overcome and control
Etymology
Etymology Information
'conquerable' originates from the Latin word 'conquerere', where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'quaerere' meant 'to seek'.
Historical Evolution
'conquerere' transformed into the Old French word 'conquerre', and eventually became the modern English word 'conquer' with the addition of the suffix '-able' to form 'conquerable'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to seek together', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of being conquered'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being conquered or overcome.
The fortress was thought to be unconquerable, but it was eventually proven conquerable.
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Last updated: 2025/01/18 21:19