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defeated

Pronunciation: [dɪˈfiːtɪd]

Word

Context: "games"

(verb) to lose in a game or competition. This means that someone did not win and instead the other person or team won.

Example

The team played hard but unfortunately, they defeated their opponents in the championship game.

Example

They never defeated any team in the tournament because they lost every match.

Example

Did they defeat the other team in the soccer match yesterday?

Context: "conflict"

(verb) to overcome someone in a struggle, fight, or competition. This means that one person or group has won against another.

Example

The hero finally defeated the villain in the story.

Example

The villain was not defeated, and he continued to cause trouble.

Example

How did the hero manage to defeat the villain?

Context: "emotion"

(adjective) feeling sad or down because you have lost or failed at something. It’s when you feel like you cannot win anymore or things are too difficult.

Example

She felt defeated after losing the race, but she promised to train harder next time.

Example

Despite the challenges, he did not feel defeated and kept trying his best.

Example

Have you ever felt defeated after a tough game?

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