victory

noun

vic·​to·​ry ˈvik-t(ə-)rē How to pronounce victory (audio)
plural victories
1
: the overcoming of an enemy or antagonist
2
: achievement of mastery or success in a struggle or endeavor against odds or difficulties

Examples of victory in a Sentence

The general led the troops to victory. They had never experienced the thrill of victory. The passage of the law was a tremendous victory for their cause. It was a decisive victory for the army.
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Three wins after that, including two TKO victories over Conor McGregor, put Poirier in another lightweight title fight. Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025 Kelsey Plum shines for L.A. Sparks, Fever move up after strong start The Liberty and Fever game Saturday could shake up the rankings if Indiana pulls out a statement victory. Ben Pickman, New York Times, 22 May 2025 Manchester Valley girls lacrosse finished off a perfect season with a decisive victory over Glenelg in the Class 2A state championship game. Timothy Dashiell, Baltimore Sun, 22 May 2025 In a San Diego courtroom this week, Spitzer acknowledged deep tensions within the D.A.’s office following his 2018 election victory over former Orange County Dist. Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for victory

Word History

Etymology

Middle English victorie, from Anglo-French, from Latin victoria, from victor

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of victory was in the 14th century

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“Victory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/victory. Accessed 28 May. 2025.

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victory

noun
vic·​to·​ry ˈvik-t(ə-)rē How to pronounce victory (audio)
plural victories
1
: the overcoming of an enemy or opponent
2
: success in a struggle

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