winner
UK: ˈwɪnə | US: ˈwɪnər
n. a person or thing that wins a competition, prize, or conflict
n. (informal) a person who is highly successful or admirable in a particular field
The word "winner" derives from the Old English "winnan," meaning "to labor, strive, or fight," which evolved into Modern English "win" (to achieve victory). The suffix "-er" is an agentive suffix in English, used to form nouns indicating a person or thing that performs an action. Thus, "winner" literally means "one who wins." Over time, the term broadened from its original sense of combat or effort to encompass success in competitions, games, and general achievements.
She was declared the winner of the chess tournament.
The team celebrated their victory like true winners.
In business, adaptability is the mark of a winner.
The lottery winner donated half of the prize to charity.
He’s a born winner, always excelling in every challenge.