winner

noun

win·​ner ˈwi-nər 

: one that wins: such as

a

: one that is successful especially through praiseworthy ability and hard work

b

: a victor especially in games and sports

c

: one that wins admiration

d

: a shot in a court game that is not returned and that scores for the player making it

Synonyms

• blockbuster
• hit
• megahit
• smash
• success
• supernova

Examples of winner in a Sentence

The winners will receive their medals shortly.

the winners and losers of the court case

And the winner is…the blue team!

With seconds left on the clock, she scored the winner.

Recent Examples on the Web

In between the performances, the special included behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with the Grammy winner. —Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024

In September, the Emmy winner alluded to having a big celebration to mark two decades together. —Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 16 Dec. 2024

Natasha Rothwell will reprise her role as spa manager Belinda Lindsey, following in the footsteps of Emmy winner Jennifer Coolidge, who appeared in back-to-back seasons as heiress Tanya. —Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024

Two points dropped so close to Christmas would usually feel damaging because this tends to be when title winners grind through the gears. —Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing winner

• co-winner
• winner's circle
• winner takes all

Kids Definition

winner

noun

win·​ner ˈwin-ər 

: one that wins