Conqueror (noun)

A person who conquers or takes control of a place, territory, or people, often by military force.

Origin:

The word 'conqueror' comes from the old french word 'conquerre' meaning 'to conquer or take by force.'.

Examples:

1. Alexander the Great was a legendary conqueror who conquered much of the known world in the 4th century BC.
2. Genghis Khan was a powerful conqueror who founded the Mongol Empire in the 13th century.
3. The Norman conquerors brought Norman-French culture to England after their victory at the Battle of Hastings.
4. The conqueror was hailed as a hero by his people for his successful military campaigns.
5. The ancient city was sacked by the conquerors and its citizens were taken into slavery.