Prizewinning: meaning, definitions and examples
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prizewinning
[ praɪzˌwɪnɪŋ ]
achievements, awards
Prizewinning describes something or someone that has won a prize, typically in the context of competitions, contests, or awards. It often refers to works of art, literature, or scientific endeavors that have been recognized for their excellence. Prizewinning can also apply to individuals who have achieved significant accolades in their respective fields. The term emphasizes quality and excellence, making it a popular descriptor in various professional domains.
Synonyms
award-winning, champion, laureate.
Examples of usage
- She is a prizewinning author of several novels.
- The prizewinning painting was displayed in the gallery.
- He received multiple prizewinning accolades for his research.
- Their prizewinning project showcased innovative technology.
Translations
Translations of the word "prizewinning" in other languages:
🇵🇹 premiado
🇮🇳 पुरस्कार विजेता
🇩🇪 preisgekrönt
🇮🇩 pemenang penghargaan
🇺🇦 переможець нагороди
🇵🇱 nagrodzony
🇯🇵 受賞した
🇫🇷 récompensé
🇪🇸 premiado
🇹🇷 ödüllü
🇰🇷 수상한
🇸🇦 حائز على جائزة
🇨🇿 oceněný
🇸🇰 ocenený
🇨🇳 获奖的
🇸🇮 nagrajen
🇮🇸 verðlaunaður
🇰🇿 сыйлық иегері
🇬🇪 ჯილდოს მფლობელი
🇦🇿 mükafat qazanan
🇲🇽 premiado
Etymology
The term 'prizewinning' is derived from the combination of the word 'prize', which traces its origins to the Latin word 'pretium', meaning price or value, and 'winning', derived from 'win', which comes from the Old English 'winnan', meaning to struggle or work for. The phrase has evolved over time to describe not just the act of winning a prize, but the attributes associated with excellence in competition. 'Prizewinning' gained popularity in the early 20th century as competitive art, literature, and science awards emerged, highlighting outstanding achievements. Today, it is commonly used to refer to individuals, works, or projects that have been recognized in various prestigious competitions.