victorious

/vɪkˈtɔːɹiəs/

victorious

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Definition

Being the winner in a contest, struggle, war, etc.

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin victōriōsus, from victōria (“victory”), from victor (“conqueror”). Displaced native Old English siġefæst.

Example Sentences

  • "They will not force us, / They will stop degrading us, / They will not control us, / We will be victorious!"
  • "The team were met with a victorious cheer."
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