Meaning & use

victorious

adjective·Everyday

Having won a battle, contest, or competition against an opponent.

See it in a sentence

The victorious team paraded through the streets with the championship trophy.

After months of debate, the victorious side celebrated the new law's passage.

A note on using this word

Usually describes the winner after a struggle or contest, not simply someone who succeeds easily.

Words with a similar meaning

triumphantwinning

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Words with an opposite meaning

defeated

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