Synonyms for

Winner

Verb / ˈwɪnɜ: / Another word for winner — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person or team that wins something.

Synonyms & similar words

succeeder victor achiever success loser champion victor conqueror successor triumph hero first-place prizewinner titlist dominant king queen master leader champ topper star

Synonyms by register

Formal

victor champion conqueror

Informal

champ top dog ace whiz

Literary

triumphant laureate

Antonyms

loser defeated underdog failure rival opponent

Common collocations

  • clear winner
  • overall winner
  • proud winner
  • surprise winner
  • declared winner
  • the winner is
  • a worthy winner

Word family

noun winner
verb win
adjective winning

Usage note

While 'winner' can refer to someone who wins a competition, it can also be used informally to describe someone who is very successful or admired. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. The winner of the spelling bee received a trophy.
  2. The soccer team was the winner of the championship.
  3. She felt like a winner after completing the difficult puzzle.
  4. The winner of the lottery received a large sum of money.
  5. The winner of the talent show was a talented singer.

Quotes

  • Winning isn't everything, it's the only thing. - Vince Lombardi
  • Winning isn't getting ahead of others. It's getting ahead of yourself. - Roger Staubach
  • The winner ain't the one with the fastest car, it's the one who refuses to lose. - Dale Earnhardt

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