victorious Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective satellite having won
    winning.
    • the victorious entry
    • the winning team
  2. adjective satellite experiencing triumph
    triumphant.

WordNet


Vic*to"ri*ous adjective
Etymology
L. victoriosus: cf. F. victorieux. See Victory.
Definitions
  1. Of or pertaining to victory, or a victor' being a victor; bringing or causing a victory; conquering; winning; triumphant; as, a victorious general; victorious troops; a victorious day.
    But I shall rise victorious, and subdue My vanquisher. Milton.
    Now are our brows bound wind victorious wreaths. Shak.
    -- Vic*to"ri*ous*ly, adv. -- Vic*to"ri*ous*ness, n.

Webster 1913