Victory: meaning, definitions and examples

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victory

[ˈvɪktəri ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Noun}

in sports

The act of defeating an opponent in a game, match, or competition.

Synonyms

success, triumph, win.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
victory	The term 'victory' is often used in the context of competitions, battles, or wars to indicate that someone has defeated an opponent. It can be used in both literal and metaphorical contexts. The team celebrated their victory after winning the championship game. The general’s strategies led to a decisive victory in the battle.
triumph	‘Triumph’ often carries a more grandiose or celebratory connotation, suggesting not just a win, but a win that is particularly noteworthy or hard-earned. It's suitable for both literal and figurative achievements and often implies overcoming significant obstacles. The new invention was hailed as a triumph of modern engineering. Against all odds, they managed to triumph over their competitors.
win	‘Win’ is a straightforward term usually used to describe success in a contest, game, or competition. It is often casual and can be used in everyday scenarios. She was thrilled with her win in the lottery. The athlete trained hard for her win in the race.
success	This word is more general and can be used to describe achieving a goal or reaching a desired outcome in various fields, including personal life, business, and academic pursuits. Her success in the business world is an inspiration to many. Graduating with honors was a significant success for him.

Examples of usage

Their victory in the final match secured the championship.
The team celebrated their victory with a parade.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

general

A success or achievement in a struggle or endeavor.

Synonyms

achievement, success, triumph.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
victory	Used when referring to winning a competition, battle, or contest. The team's victory in the championship was celebrated by all the fans. After a long and hard battle, they finally declared victory.
triumph	Used to describe an impressive victory or accomplishment, often with a sense of overcoming significant difficulties. His triumph in the face of adversity inspired everyone. Winning the marathon was a personal triumph for her.
achievement	Used when discussing accomplishing a significant goal or reaching a milestone, usually through effort and hard work. Graduating from college is a great achievement. Developing a cure for the disease is one of the greatest scientific achievements.
success	Applicable in a broad sense to indicate favorable outcomes in various aspects of life, such as career, personal goals, or projects. Her business has been a huge success. He found success as an author.

Examples of usage

Her victory over adversity inspired others.
The victory of good over evil is a common theme in stories.

^{Context #3 | Noun}

politics

A win in an election or political contest.

Synonyms

success, triumph, win.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
victory	Used often in the context of battles, competitions, or sports. It implies overcoming an opponent or achieving a significant goal. The team's victory in the championship was celebrated by the entire city. After years of struggle, the movement finally achieved a historic victory.
win	Most commonly used in informal settings, especially in sports, games, or elections. It simply indicates coming first or being the best in a competition. She was thrilled with her win at the tennis match. They celebrated their win in the elections with a big party.
success	Generally associated with achieving desired outcomes in various areas such as career, personal goals, or projects. It does not necessarily involve competition. Her success in the business world is an inspiration to many. They measured the success of the event by the number of attendees.
triumph	Often implies a grand and notable success, particularly one achieved after overcoming significant challenges or adversity. His speech was a triumph of eloquence and persuasion. The athletes' triumph over the difficult conditions was remarkable.

Examples of usage

The candidate celebrated her victory in the election.
The party's victory led to changes in government policies.

Translations

Translations of the word "victory" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vitória

🇮🇳 जीत (jeet)

🇩🇪 Sieg

🇮🇩 kemenangan

🇺🇦 перемога

🇵🇱 zwycięstwo

🇯🇵 勝利 (shōri)

🇫🇷 victoire

🇪🇸 victoria

🇹🇷 zafer

🇰🇷 승리 (seungri)

🇸🇦 نصر (nasr)

🇨🇿 vítězství

🇸🇰 víťazstvo

🇨🇳 胜利 (shènglì)

🇸🇮 zmaga

🇮🇸 sigur

🇰🇿 жеңіс (jeñis)

🇬🇪 გამარჯვება (gamardjveba)

🇦🇿 qələbə

🇲🇽 victoria

Etymology

The word 'victory' originated from the Latin word 'victoria', meaning 'conquest' or 'success'. It has been used throughout history to signify the overcoming of obstacles, whether in battles, competitions, or personal struggles. The concept of victory is often associated with glory, achievement, and the fulfillment of goals.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,971, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.

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