noun
Common
Victor
VIHK-tuh
Victor (noun) means a person who wins a fight, contest, or struggle. Example: “The victor of the tournament received a gold trophy.”
noun
1
A person who wins a fight, contest, or struggle.
"The victor of the tournament received a gold trophy."
"History is often written by the victors."
name
1
A male given name derived from Latin, meaning "conqueror."
"They named their son Victor after his grandfather."
How to use Victor
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe winner of a contest, battle, or competition.
Common pairings
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the victor of the war
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Etymology
From Latin victor, "conqueror," from vincere, "to conquer" — also the source of the given name Victor.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Victor” mean?
The word “Victor” means a person who wins a fight, contest, or struggle. In plain terms, the winner of a contest, battle, or competition.
How do you pronounce “Victor”?
“Victor” is pronounced VIHK-tuh (/ˈvɪk.tə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “Victor” in a sentence?
Here is “Victor” used in a sentence: “The victor of the tournament received a gold trophy.”
What part of speech is “Victor”?
Depending on how it is used, “Victor” can be a noun and a name.
Where does the word “Victor” come from?
The word “Victor” comes from Latin. From Latin victor, "conqueror," from vincere, "to conquer" — also the source of the given name Victor.
Is “Victor” a common word?
“Victor” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Victor” have?
“Victor” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who wins a fight, contest, or struggle.
What is the difference between a victor and a winner?
Both victor and winner describe someone who comes first, but victor is more formal and often implies triumph in a fight, contest, or hard struggle. Winner is the everyday, neutral term used for anything from a lottery to a race.
What is the difference between a victor and a champion?
A victor is anyone who wins a particular fight, contest, or struggle, while a champion typically holds a recognised title as the best over a series of contests. A victor wins one encounter, whereas a champion is the standing best in a competition or field.
What is the opposite of victor?
The opposite of victor is the loser or the vanquished, meaning the party defeated in a contest or struggle. In formal or literary writing, the defeated side is often called the vanquished.
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