verb to have been beaten in a battle, game, or other competition
adjective having been beaten in a battle, game, or other competition
The enemy forces were defeated in battle.
The incumbent was defeated in the election.
The company's rival was defeated in the market competition.
The team was defeated in the championship game.
Despite facing many obstacles, she never felt defeated.
The protagonist was defeated in the final battle of the novel.
The therapist helped the patient work through feelings of defeat and inadequacy.
Despite being defeated in the championship game, the team showed great sportsmanship.
The incumbent was defeated in the election by a newcomer with fresh ideas.
The startup was defeated by larger competitors in the market.