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winning

/ˈwɪn.ɪŋ/beginner Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.adjective

Attractive or charming in a way that is hard to resist.

Example Sentences:
  • She flashed a winning smile that instantly charmed the entire room.
  • His winning personality makes him a natural leader.
2.noun

The act of achieving a victory or success, or money won in a gamble or competition.

Example Sentences:
  • The team celebrated their latest winning with a grand parade.
  • He decided to reinvest his winnings back into the business.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Old English word 'winnan', meaning 'to strive, fight, or labor', which evolved through Middle English to denote achieving victory or success in a contest or competition.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of the word 'win' with an '-ing' at the end to describe someone who is currently capturing success or charm.

Frequently Asked Questions About “winning

1. What is the meaning of “winning” in English?

In English, winning (adjective) is defined as: “Attractive or charming in a way that is hard to resist.”.

2. How do you use “winning” in a sentence?

She flashed a winning smile that instantly charmed the entire room.

3. What are English synonyms of “winning”?

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “winning”?

Derived from the Old English word 'winnan', meaning 'to strive, fight, or labor', which evolved through Middle English to denote achieving victory or success in a contest or competition.