1. a person or thing that wins a contest, competition, or game
2. a person or thing that is very successful or likely to succeed
Usage: informal

Examples

• She was the winner of the spelling bee.
• The lottery winner claimed the prize yesterday.
• Our team was the winner in the championship game.
• This new restaurant is definitely a winner.
• The movie was a real winner at the box office.
• He picked a winner when he chose that stock.
• The winner will receive a cash prize of $1,000.