conquer

(kŏngˈkər)

1. To defeat or subdue by force, especially by force of arms.
2. To gain or secure control of by or as if by force of arms: scientists battling to conquer disease; a singer who conquered the operatic world.
3. To overcome or surmount by physical, mental, or moral force: I finally conquered my fear of heights. See Synonyms at defeat.

Related Forms:

• conˈquer·a·ble adjective

• conˈquer·or, conˈquer·er noun