victory

noun

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

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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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Tadej Pogačar from Slovenia tries to claim his third straight overall Tour de France victory. — Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 4 July 2026 This week's quiz highlights America's Founding Fathers, vaccine victories — and much more. — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026 Burton made 6 of 9 shots, with two 3-pointers and 7 of 8 free throws for Golden State (14-7) in its fourth straight victory. — ABC News, 4 July 2026 After that victory, Makhachev moved up to welterweight, surrendering his 155-pound title. — Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026 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

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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 7 Jul. 2026.

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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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