Winner — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈwi-nər/ win·ner

Meaning & Definition of Winner

Winner (noun)

  1. one that wins
  2. one that is successful especially through praiseworthy ability and hard work
  3. a victor especially in games and sports

Winner (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a person or thing that is successful

    "the movie was panned by the critics but has been a winner at the box office"

    similar: blockbuster, hit, megahit, smash, success, supernova
    related: blue chip, blue chipper, corker, crackerjack, dandy, jim-dandy, pip, prizewinner, gem, jewel, treasure, marvel, natural, phenomenon, sensation, wonder, coup, triumph, victory
    opposite: bomb, bummer, bust, catastrophe, clinker, debacle, dud, failure, fiasco, flop, misfire, turkey, washout
    near: disappointment, fizzle, lemon, loser

  2. one that defeats an enemy or opponent

    "the winner of any given war is usually the one who gets to write the history of that war"

    similar: beater, conqueror, master, subduer, trimmer, vanquisher, victor, whipper
    related: champ, champion, finalist, placer, dominator, overdog, ruler, subjugator, top dog
    opposite: loser
    near: punching bag, pushover, quitter, failure, flop, washout, underdog

  3. the person who comes in first in a competition

    "the other finalists graciously congratulated the winner"

    similar: champ, champion, titleholder, titlist, victor
    related: cochampion, cowinner, placer, finalist, quarterfinalist, semifinalist, medalist, prizewinner, megastar, star, superstar, world-beater
    near: loser

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Winner

The most common words with a similar meaning to Winner:

blockbuster, hit, megahit, smash, success, supernova, beater, conqueror, master, subduer, trimmer, vanquisher, victor, whipper, champ, champion, titleholder, titlist

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Winner

Words with the opposite meaning of Winner:

bomb, bummer, bust, catastrophe, clinker, debacle, dud, failure, fiasco, flop, misfire, turkey, washout, loser

Related Words for Winner

blue chip, blue chipper, corker, crackerjack, dandy, jim-dandy, pip, prizewinner, gem, jewel, treasure, marvel, natural, phenomenon, sensation, wonder, coup, triumph, victory, finalist, placer, dominator, overdog, ruler, subjugator, top dog, cochampion, cowinner, quarterfinalist, semifinalist

Near Antonyms of Winner

disappointment, fizzle, lemon, punching bag, pushover, quitter, underdog

Origin & Etymology of Winner

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Winner

Words & Phrases Containing Winner

winner's circle, winner takes all, cowinner

Frequently Asked Questions about Winner

What does "Winner" mean?

"Winner" means one that wins. As a noun, it is defined as: one that wins. It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Winner"?

Other words for "Winner" include blockbuster, hit, megahit, smash, success, supernova, beater and conqueror. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Winner" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Winner"?

There are 53 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Winner". Common alternatives include blockbuster, hit, megahit, smash, success, supernova, beater, conqueror, master and subduer.

What is the opposite of "Winner"?

Antonyms of "Winner" include bomb, bummer, bust, catastrophe, clinker, debacle, dud and failure. Near antonyms include disappointment, fizzle, lemon and punching bag.

How do you use "Winner" in a sentence?

Examples of "Winner" in a sentence: "the movie was panned by the critics but has been a winner at the box office"; "the winner of any given war is usually the one who gets to write the history of that war"; "the other finalists graciously congratulated the winner".

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

"Winner" is a noun.

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

As an A2-level word, "Winner" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.

How do you pronounce "Winner"?

"Winner" is pronounced /ˈwi-nər/ and divided into syllables as win·ner.