Cool MateVictorious
UK //vɪkˈtɔː.ri.əs//US //vɪkˈtɔːr.i.əs//
Definition
Having won a victory; successful in a competition or struggle.
In simple words: Having won a victory or achieved success.
Examples
- The victorious team celebrated their championship win.
- She felt victorious after completing the marathon.
- The victorious general returned home to a hero's welcome.
- His victorious attitude inspired everyone around him.
- After months of training, he finally felt victorious in his quest for a medal.
Usage notes
Used to describe someone or something that has won, often in a competitive context. Common in both spoken and written English.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think 'Victory' plus 'ous' - filled with victory.
Collocations
- victorious team
- feel victorious
- victorious leader
Synonyms
- triumphant
- successful
- winning
- conquering
- champion
Antonyms
- defeated
- unsuccessful
- vanquished
Common mistakes
- Using 'victorious' in a negative context (it is always positive).
- Confusing it with 'victory', which is a noun.
- Incorrectly using 'victorious' as a verb.