defeated
|de/feat/ed|
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/dɪˈfiːtɪd/
(defeat)
overcome
Etymology
Etymology Information
'defeat' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'defait,' where 'de-' meant 'undo' and 'fait' meant 'do or make.'
Historical Evolution
'defait' transformed into the Middle English word 'defeten,' and eventually became the modern English word 'defeat'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to undo or destroy,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to win a victory over someone.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'defeat'.
They defeated their opponents in the final match.
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Adjective 1
having been beaten in a battle or contest.
The defeated team walked off the field in silence.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35