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Opposite of to surrender or end all resistance to
To subdue or hurt physically or violently
“He would overcome his victim with his bigger size and greater strength.”
To surpass in excellence
“The athlete was determined to better the record of his rival and opponent.”
To achieve, especially by succeeding in a competition or contest
“For this Olympics, the country will aim to win as many medals as possible.”
To triumph or achieve victory in
“I'm confident that our team will win in our upcoming game.”
To rise in opposition
“William Wallace would rally his fellow Scotsmen to struggle against their oppressors.”
To face something unpleasant with courage and fortitude
To struggle or fight back when attacked
“The wounds appear to have been inflicted when the victim tried to resist his attacker.”
To invite someone to engage in a contest
“She was always trying to challenge me to a game of chess.”
(archaic) To endure or tolerate
“I am unable to support the sheer amount of pain in my foot any longer.”
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