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A victory which is very costly -- so costly that it is doubtful that it gave any gain to the victor.
Phyrrus won such a victory - A phyrric victory is a victory where you win, but the cost of winning is so high that it would have been better not to bother with the war in the first place.
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What is a word that starts with an a and means victory?
Achievement is a synonym for victory. It begins with the letter A.
What are some adjectives that describe victory?
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What year was the Winged Victory discovered?
The Winged Victory, often called 'Nike of Samothrace' was discovered in 1863.
What is a World War 2 word that starts with the letter V?
V-E Day (victory in Europe) V-J Day (victory in Japan) V-1, V-2 (German rocket bombs) veteran victory
What Easter word starts with V?
victory
What does Who grinned at life in empty joy mean?
Have you ever heard of a "phyrric victory"? I think this would best describe your term.
What word means that someone does something to prove a point even though they know they will fail?
There is no such word. The phrase 'phyrric victory' is the only definition that comes close.
What is true victory?
true victory is a victory that is true
What is a Cadmean victory?
A Cadmean victory is a victory in which the victors are as much damaged as the vanquished.
What was the victory of the Arch of Titus?
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What does hasta la Victoria siempre mean?
Until the victory, always. Onward to victory!
Who is the queen of victory?
Queen of victory? Unknown to me, but the Greek goddess of victory was Nike.
A victory won at too great a cost is known as a victory?
Pyrrhic victory.
What does the V for victory stand for?
Victory.
What is a victory?
Victory means a win
Why was there victory day?
Because there was victory.
How do you say Victory in Cherokee?
victory
