C1 noun Formal

bivictor

/baɪˈvɪktər/

A bivictor is an individual or group that has secured a win in two separate fields of competition or during two consecutive events. This term is specifically used to highlight the rarity and difficulty of achieving dual success in distinct categories.

Examples

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1

The local athlete became a bivictor by winning both the sprint and the long jump.

The athlete won two different events.

2

The committee recognized the scholar as a bivictor for her contributions to both physics and literature.

She was honored for being a winner in two different academic fields.

3

Man, he's a total bivictor after crushing both levels of the tournament today!

He is a double winner after succeeding in two parts of the competition.

Word Family

Noun
bivictor
Adverb
bivictoriously
Adjective
bivictorious
Related
bivictory
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Memory Tip

Think of a 'Bicycle' (two wheels) joined with 'Victor' (winner). A bivictor is a winner on two fronts.

Quick Quiz

After winning both the debate and the essay contest, Julian was heralded as a _______.

Correct!

The correct answer is: bivictor

Examples

1

The local athlete became a bivictor by winning both the sprint and the long jump.

everyday

The athlete won two different events.

2

The committee recognized the scholar as a bivictor for her contributions to both physics and literature.

formal

She was honored for being a winner in two different academic fields.

3

Man, he's a total bivictor after crushing both levels of the tournament today!

informal

He is a double winner after succeeding in two parts of the competition.

4

The historical analysis identifies the emperor as a bivictor in both naval and land-based warfare.

academic

Historians view the ruler as a conqueror in two types of combat.

5

By acquiring the rival firm and launching a successful IPO, the CEO established himself as a bivictor in the industry.

business

The CEO succeeded in two major business milestones simultaneously.

Word Family

Noun
bivictor
Adverb
bivictoriously
Adjective
bivictorious
Related
bivictory

Common Collocations

crowned bivictor officially named the winner of two titles
undisputed bivictor a clear and unquestioned winner in two categories
become a bivictor to achieve the status of a dual winner
celebrated bivictor a famous person recognized for two wins
rare bivictor an uncommon person who has won twice

Common Phrases

stand as bivictor

to be recognized as the winner of two separate honors

the path of a bivictor

the specific journey required to win twice

acclaimed bivictor

a double winner who receives much public praise

Often Confused With

bivictor vs victor

A victor refers to a winner of a single event, while a bivictor specifically denotes winning twice or in two categories.

bivictor vs benefactor

A benefactor is someone who gives financial or other help, whereas a bivictor is someone who wins a competition.

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Usage Notes

Use this word primarily in formal, competitive, or historical contexts where distinguishing between a single win and a double win is necessary to emphasize skill or dominance.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often mistake the prefix 'bi-' for 'by-' or mistakenly use it to mean someone who wins 'by a victory' rather than 'two victories'.

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Memory Tip

Think of a 'Bicycle' (two wheels) joined with 'Victor' (winner). A bivictor is a winner on two fronts.

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Word Origin

Derived from the Latin prefix 'bi-' (meaning twice or two) and the Latin 'victor' (meaning conqueror).

Grammar Patterns

Countable noun Takes the plural form 'bivictors' Often follows the verb 'to crown' or 'to declare'
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Cultural Context

The term is most frequently found in academic discussions of Roman history or specialized test vocabulary regarding competitive logic.

Quick Quiz

After winning both the debate and the essay contest, Julian was heralded as a _______.

Correct!

The correct answer is: bivictor

Related Words

to

A1

Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.

and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

for

A1

Used to show who is intended to have or use something, or to explain the purpose or reason for an action. It is also frequently used to indicate a specific duration of time.

not

A1

A function word used to express negation or denial. It is primarily used to make a sentence or phrase negative, often following an auxiliary verb or the verb 'to be'.

with

A1

A preposition used to indicate that people or things are together, in the same place, or performing an action together. It can also describe the instrument used to perform an action or a characteristic that someone or something has.

he

A1

A pronoun used to refer to a male person or animal that has already been mentioned or is easily identified. It functions as the subject of a sentence.

you

A1

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

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