win
win Lexical Profile
win Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A successful result or victory in a game, contest, or competition.
"The basketball team celebrated their first home win of the season."
A favorable outcome, achievement, or beneficial gain in business, politics, or daily life.
"Securing the renewable energy grant was a major win for our research department."
• verb
To be successful or victorious in a contest, game, election, or conflict.
"She trained for months in hopes that she would win the marathon."
To acquire or secure a prize, award, or advantage as a result of competition, effort, or luck.
"The novel is expected to win several prestigious literary awards this year."
To gain the support, affection, or loyalty of someone through persuasion or charm.
"The candidate worked tirelessly to win the trust of undecided voters."
Word Nuance & Usage
'Win' and 'beat' are often confused by learners: one wins a game, prize, or competition, whereas one beats an opponent or rival.
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Old English 'winnan', meaning to labor, toil, or struggle, and 'gewinnan', meaning to gain or conquer by fighting, from a Proto-Germanic root related to striving and desire.