Definition

The act of taking control of a place or territory again after it has been lost.

Example

The army planned a reconquest of the territory that had been taken years ago.

Conversation

Have you heard about the reconquest efforts in that region?

Yeah, it’s fascinating how history keeps repeating itself.

I wonder what challenges they face during this reconquest.

Definitely, it must be tough to regain control after so long.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reconquest → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "conquest" (from Latin "conquaerere", meaning to seek or gain). The word describes the act of gaining back or seeking again what was previously taken or lost.

Memory Tip

Think of 'gaining back' something you lost — 're-' means again, and 'conquest' refers to seeking or gaining.

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