win
Translation
to win, to gain, to achieve
Examples
Our team will win the game.
Our team will win the game.
She won a prize in the lottery.
She won a prize in the lottery.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to be successful in (a competition, game, etc.) Our team will win the game.
((sth.)) to get (sth.) as a prize She won a prize in the lottery.
Similar Words
Synonyms: triumph, succeed, prevail; Antonyms: lose, fail, forfeit
Etymology
From Old English 'winnan' meaning 'to struggle, fight'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'WINdow' of opportunity. If you see it, you can win.