victory

Definition

  • noun: success in defeating an opponent or enemy
  • noun: the overcoming of an enemy or antagonist
  • synonyms: conquest, triumph, palm

Examples

  • Although they lost, the minority claimed the vote as a 'moral victory' since they had won the support of so many former opponents.

  • The company won the lawsuit, but it was a 'Pyrrhic victory' because of all the bad publicity they received during the trial.

  • She was equally gracious 'in victory' and in defeat. [=she was gracious when she won and when she lost]

Movie quotes

  • (..) Thank you. What do I owe you for this gift? Nothing at all And yet it is too early to thank me. To carry the sword of the gods and out, does not mean your victory. And what do I have You have to find the magic of the Samurai Only then are you ready for the next task. And where do I find it? (..)
    2011 The Dragon Warrior
  • (..) I feel stronger, This is the stone of strength, My Lord. We need to make our way we have to do much. No question. Come on, my friend. After his glorious victory over the vervvunschenen swords, the chosen warriors is now ready for new challenges. What is our next task Good question, my lord. (..)
    2011 The Dragon Warrior