to conquer or subdue by superior force, as in battle.

to defeat in any contest or conflict; be victorious over

to vanquish one's opponent in an argument.

to overcome or overpower

He vanquished all his fears.

verb

fail , lose , surrender

verb

bear down , beat , conquer , crush , humble , overcome , overpower , overturn , overwhelm , put down , quell , reduce , repress , rout , subdue , subjugate , subvert , surmount , trample , triumph over , best , master , prevail against , worst , annihilate , drub , smash , steamroller , thrash , trounce , defeat , expel , overthrow , suppress