Synonyms for

Winning

Adjective / ˈwɪnɪŋ / Another word for winning — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Victorious or successful in a competition, game, or other endeavor.

Synonyms & similar words

victorious fail gain fetching succeed lose acquire advance taking win victorious successful triumphant champion conquering prevailing dominating first-place top prize-winning accomplished flawless excellent outstanding superior masterful expert skilled proficient adept

Synonyms by register

Formal

victorious triumphant successful conquering

Informal

aces killing it on fire crushing it

Literary

prevailing conquering

Antonyms

losing failing defeated unsuccessful vanquished subdued

Common collocations

  • winning streak
  • winning team
  • winning lottery
  • winning bid
  • winning argument
  • winning smile
  • winning strategy
  • winning moment

Word family

noun win
verb win
adjective winning
adverb winningly

Usage note

As an adjective, 'winning' often describes something that leads to victory or is attractive. It can also refer to the act of winning itself.

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Example sentences

  1. She was thrilled to be the winning bidder on the painting at the auction.
  2. The winning goal was scored in the final minute of the game.
  3. Winning isn't everything, but it sure feels good.
  4. He has a winning personality that makes everyone like him.
  5. She has a winning smile that lights up the room.

Quotes

  • Winning isn't everything, but it beats anything in second place.
  • Winning is great, sure, but if you are really going to do something in life, the secret is learning how to lose.
  • Winning takes talent, to repeat takes character.

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