winner
Translation
winner, victor
Examples
The winner of the race received a medal.
The winner of the race received a medal.
She is a real winner in life.
She is a real winner in life.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) winner ((of sth.)) the person who wins (sth.) The winner of the race received a medal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: victor, champion; Antonyms: loser, runner-up
Etymology
From the verb 'win' plus the agent suffix '-er', meaning 'one who wins'.
Memory Tips
A 'winner' is a person who 'wins'. The '-er' suffix often denotes a person who does something (e.g., teacher, player).