battled (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈbætld/

Definition

Engaged in a prolonged and determined struggle or conflict, often involving physical fighting or intense argument.

Examples

• The soldiers battled through the night to defend the city.

• She battled her illness for years, never giving up hope.

• The two companies battled for market dominance in the new technology sector.

How to Use battled

battle against (prepositional phrase)

To struggle or fight in opposition to someone or something. — "She battled against the disease for years."

battle for (prepositional phrase)

To fight or struggle intensely to achieve or gain control of something. — "The two companies battled for control of the market."

battle with (prepositional phrase)

To struggle or contend with a person, problem, or difficult situation. — "He battled with his inner demons."

Synonyms of battled

Words with a similar meaning to battled:

• fought
• contended
• waged
• grappled
• contested

Antonyms of battled

Words with the opposite meaning to battled:

• yielded
• retreated
• conceded

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