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DEFEAT Synonyms

There are 14 synonyms of the word defeat. (exact relations)
There are 9 hypernyms of the word defeat. (close relations)
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defeaterdefeatingdefeatist

Best Alternative Words for DEFEAT

RankWordSave?More Syns..UsageType
1overcome
verbv
2beat
verb, nounv, n
3vanquish
verbv
4conquer
verbv
5crush
verb, nounv, n
6overpower
verbv
7overthrow
verbv
8rout
verb, nounv, n
9subdue
verbv
10frustration
nounn
11licking
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
12get the better of
13vote down
verbv
14vote out
verbv

Best Hypernyms For DEFEAT

Here is a list of related hypernyms for defeat, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (9)
blackball conclusion disappointment ending failure finish letdown negative veto

Alternatives for OVERCOME

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