Meaning & Definition of word "Winning"
Winning
/ˈwɪnɪŋ/
noun:
- 1. The act of winning; success in a contest.
- Example: His winning in the race was a remarkable accomplishment.
- 2. Something that has won.
- Example: The winning was celebrated at the awards ceremony.
adjective:
- 1. Having won; victorious.
- Example: The winning team celebrated their championship title.
- 2. Attractively effective or charming.
- Example: She has a winning smile that brightens up the room.
Etymology
●Derived from the verb 'win' with the addition of the suffix '-ing' to denote an ongoing action or state.
Common Phrases and Expressions
winning streak:
A series of consecutive wins or successes.
winning hand:
A situation where one holds a strong advantage.
winning ticket:
A ticket that is a winner in a lottery or contest.
Related Words
win:
To achieve victory in a contest or competition.
winner:
A person or thing that wins.
victory:
The act of winning a battle or contest.
Slang Meanings of winning
Meaning: Hitting the jackpot; achieving something great.
● Example Sentence: I just landed that promotion, talk about winning!
Meaning: Feeling good or being in a positive situation.
● Example Sentence: After acing my exams, I’m totally winning right now.