Definition

A person who has won a prize in a competition or contest.

Example

She was named the prizewinner of the art competition.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new prizewinner from the art competition?

Yeah, I saw the announcement! Their work is amazing.

I can't believe how talented they are; I wish I could create like that.

Same here! Maybe one day we'll be prizewinners too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Prizewinner → It is formed from "prize" (from Old French *pris*, meaning something captured or taken) and "winner" (from Old English *winnan*, meaning to strive or struggle). The word "prizewinner" refers to a person who has strived and succeeded in capturing or winning a prize.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who has 'strived' ('winnan') to 'capture' or 'take' ('pris') something valuable — that's why a prizewinner is someone who wins a prize.

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