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victorious

/vɪkˈtɔːriəs/
vic · to · ri · ous

Adverb:victoriously
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1

Having won a victory; triumphant in a contest, election, struggle, or competition.

Example

"The victorious debate team celebrated their championship trophy with their coach."


2

Relating to, constituting, or characterized by victory.

Example

"The athletes returned home to a victorious reception in the city square."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Anglo-French victorious and directly from Latin victoriosus ('relating to victory'), derived from victoria ('victory') and ultimately from the verb vincere ('to conquer').

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