Champions: meaning, definitions and examples
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champions
[ ˈtʃæmpiənz ]
sports
Champions are individuals or teams that have won a competition or tournament.
Synonyms
titleholders, victors, winners
Examples of usage
- The champions of the basketball league will be awarded a trophy.
- She is a three-time champion in the swimming competition.
- The soccer team celebrated their victory as champions of the tournament.
general
Champions are also individuals who passionately advocate for a cause or belief.
Synonyms
advocates, promoters, supporters
Examples of usage
- She is a champion for women's rights.
- He is a champion of environmental conservation.
- They are champions of equality and diversity.
Translations
Translations of the word "champions" in other languages:
🇵🇹 campeões
🇮🇳 चैंपियंस
🇩🇪 Meister
🇮🇩 juara
🇺🇦 чемпіони
🇵🇱 mistrzowie
🇯🇵 チャンピオン
🇫🇷 champions
🇪🇸 campeones
🇹🇷 şampiyonlar
🇰🇷 챔피언
🇸🇦 أبطال
🇨🇿 šampioni
🇸🇰 šampióni
🇨🇳 冠军
🇸🇮 prvaki
🇮🇸 meistarar
🇰🇿 чемпиондар
🇬🇪 ჩემპიონები
🇦🇿 çempionlar
🇲🇽 campeones
Word origin
The word 'champions' originated from the Old French word 'champion', meaning 'combatant, champion in single combat'. It has evolved to refer to winners of competitions as well as passionate advocates for causes. The concept of champions has been celebrated throughout history, from ancient gladiators to modern-day sports stars and activists.
See also: championing, championship.