First Known Use: 14th century
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victory
noun vic·to·ry \ˈvik-t(ə-)rē\
: success in defeating an opponent or enemy
: the act of defeating an opponent or enemy
plural vic·to·ries
Full Definition of VICTORY
1
: the overcoming of an enemy or antagonist
2
: achievement of mastery or success in a struggle or endeavor against odds or difficulties
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Origin of VICTORY
Middle English victorie, from Anglo-French, from Latin victoria, from victor
VICTORY Defined for Kids
victory
noun vic·to·ry \ˈvik-tə-rē\
plural vic·to·ries
Definition of VICTORY for Kids
1
: the act of defeating an enemy or opponent
2
: success in a struggle against difficulties
Synonym Discussion of VICTORY
victory, conquest, and triumph mean a success in a competition or struggle. victory is used for a win over an opponent or over difficult problems. <Doctors won a victory over disease.> conquest means the act of overcoming and gaining control over someone or something. <We're studying Rome's conquests in Britain.> triumph is used of an especially great victory that brings honor and glory. <The outcome of the battle was a triumph for the general.>
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