B1adjective 5K

Victorious

UK //vɪkˈtɔː.ri.əs// US //vɪkˈtɔːr.i.əs// Pronunciation

Definition

Having won a victory; successful in a competition or struggle.

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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.

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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.