Victory — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈvik-t(ə-)rē/ vic·to·ry

Meaning & Definition of Victory

Victory (noun)

  1. the overcoming of an enemy or antagonist
  2. achievement of mastery or success in a struggle or endeavor against odds or difficulties

Victory (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. an instance of defeating an enemy or opponent

    "with great effort, our team managed an upset victory in the final moments"

    "a victory that won them a spot in the championship round"

    similar: palm, triumph, win
    related: capture, conquest, mastery, subjugation, vanquishing, blowout, landslide, laugher, romp, runaway, shutout, sweep, walkaway, walkover, squeaker, success, takeover
    opposite: beating, defeat, drubbing, licking, loss, overthrow, rout, shellacking, trimming, whipping
    near: upset, collapse, debacle, disaster, failure, fizzle, flop, nonsuccess, washout, decline, slip, slump, wane, lurch, setback

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Victory

The most common words with a similar meaning to Victory:

palm, triumph, win

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Victory

Words with the opposite meaning of Victory:

beating, defeat, drubbing, licking, loss, overthrow, rout, shellacking, trimming, whipping

Related Words for Victory

capture, conquest, mastery, subjugation, vanquishing, blowout, landslide, laugher, romp, runaway, shutout, sweep, walkaway, walkover, squeaker, success, takeover

Near Antonyms of Victory

upset, collapse, debacle, disaster, failure, fizzle, flop, nonsuccess, washout, decline, slip, slump, wane, lurch, setback

Word Forms of Victory

Inflections: victories

Origin & Etymology of Victory

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

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Victory

Words & Phrases Containing Victory

sudden victory, in victory, moral victory, Pyrrhic victory, sweeping victory

Frequently Asked Questions about Victory

What does "Victory" mean?

"Victory" means the overcoming of an enemy or antagonist. As a noun, it is defined as: the overcoming of an enemy or antagonist.

What is another word for "Victory"?

Other words for "Victory" include palm, triumph and win. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Victory" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Victory"?

There are 20 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Victory". Common alternatives include palm, triumph and win.

What is the opposite of "Victory"?

Antonyms of "Victory" include beating, defeat, drubbing, licking, loss, overthrow, rout and shellacking. Near antonyms include upset, collapse, debacle and disaster.

How do you use "Victory" in a sentence?

Examples of "Victory" in a sentence: "with great effort, our team managed an upset victory in the final moments"; "a victory that won them a spot in the championship round".

Is "Victory" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Victory" is a noun.

Is "Victory" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Victory" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Victory"?

"Victory" is pronounced /ˈvik-t(ə-)rē/ and divided into syllables as vic·to·ry.