Definitions
v. to win against someone in a competition or conflict
击败；战胜
n. an occasion when someone loses a competition or conflict
失败；失利
v. to prevent a plan or aim from succeeding
挫败；使落空
Example
Our team defeated the champions in a thrilling final.
我们队在一场激动人心的决赛中击败了冠军队。
Although electoral defeat can damage a political party, it may also encourage necessary changes in leadership and policy.
尽管选举失利会对政党造成打击，但也可能促使其对领导层和政策作出必要调整。
Collocations
- defeat an opponent
- suffer a defeat
- admit defeat
- defeat the purpose
Word family
- defeated (adj.)
- undefeated (adj.)
- defeatist (n.)
- defeatism (n.)
Synonyms
- beat
- overcome
Antonyms
- victory
Usage tip
defeat后接对手；win后接比赛、奖项等。
FAQ
- What does defeat mean?
- to win against someone in a competition or conflict an occasion when someone loses a competition or conflict to prevent a plan or aim from succeeding
- How is defeat pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈfiːt/, US /dɪˈfiːt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
