Checkmate

Synonyms of checkmate

• defeat
• overcome
• conquer

Antonyms of checkmate

• draw
• tie
• stalemate

Collocations of checkmate

checkmate victory

Frequency: 80 %

The player celebrated their checkmate victory with a triumphant smile.

checkmate strategy

Frequency: 75 %

A well-planned checkmate strategy can lead to a quick win.

checkmate position

Frequency: 70 %

The player strategically placed their pieces to create a checkmate position.

checkmate move

Frequency: 65 %

With a brilliant checkmate move, the player secured victory.

checkmate threat

Frequency: 60 %

The opponent's checkmate threat forced the player to rethink their strategy.

Idiomatic Expressions for checkmate

• Phrase: Checkmate in two moves
  Meaning: A situation in chess where a player can force a checkmate in two moves, usually referring to a quick and decisive victory.
  Usage: She set up a brilliant combination and achieved checkmate in two moves.