victory
UK: ˈvɪktəri | US: ˈvɪktəri
n. the act of defeating an opponent or achieving success in a struggle or competition
n. a notable achievement or triumph in any field
victory = vict<conquer> + ory<noun suffix denoting result or place>
- vict (from Latin vincere, meaning "to conquer")
- ory (a suffix derived from Latin -oria, indicating a result or state)
Etymology Origin:
The word "victory" traces back to the Latin victoria, which itself comes from vincere (to conquer). The suffix -ory (or -oria in Latin) was used to form nouns denoting the result of an action. Over time, "victory" evolved in Middle English (via Old French victorie) to signify the outcome of a battle or competition. The morphemes reflect a clear logic: "vict" (conquest) + "ory" (the result), encapsulating the idea of a triumphant achievement.
The team celebrated their hard-earned victory.
Her perseverance led to a personal victory over adversity.
The general’s strategy ensured a decisive victory in the war.
Winning the championship was the greatest victory of his career.
The treaty marked a diplomatic victory for both nations.