Meaning
击败 means to defeat or overcome an opponent in competition, battle, or conflict. It emphasizes the action of striking down or conquering someone in a contest of strength, skill, or strategy. The word is commonly used in contexts ranging from sports matches to military victories.
Usage
击败 is used in formal and informal contexts when describing victories over opponents. It's common in sports commentary, news reports about competitions, and discussions of military or political conflicts. It carries a stronger, more decisive connotation than simply 'winning' (赢), emphasizing the act of actively overcoming an adversary.
Examples
- 01我们队在决赛中击败了对手，获得了冠军。, .Our team defeated the opponent in the finals and won the championship.
- 02他凭借出色的表现击败了所有竞争者。.He defeated all competitors with his outstanding performance.
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Common collocations
- 击败对手to defeat an opponent
- 击败敌人to defeat the enemy
- 轻松击败to easily defeat
- 成功击败to successfully defeat
Antonyms
Origin
击 originally depicted a hand striking something, while 败 combines components suggesting damage or failure. Together they form a compound meaning to strike down to defeat.