In the question below, choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) underlined.
The gallant solders met their waterloo unexpected
Answer Details
The option nearest in meaning to the underlined word is "defeat". In this context, "Waterloo" refers to a famous battle that took place in 1815, where Napoleon Bonaparte and his army were defeated by the British and Prussian forces. Therefore, when someone says "meet their Waterloo," they mean that the person or group has suffered a decisive defeat or setback.