epic win

Spectacular total triumph

An epic win is a spectacular success or triumph, especially one achieved against difficult odds or in dramatic fashion.

The phrase emerged from gaming culture, where it describes crushing victories or impressive accomplishments, but has spread to describe any outstanding achievement: Getting that promotion after three rejections? Epic win.

Often used with ironic exaggeration for minor victories.

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domination · clutch · flawless · crushing · massive · clean sweep · boss · final boss · champion · conquest · glory · achievement · level up · unstoppable · godlike · masterful · pwned · ownage

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Opposites
outcome magnitude and valence

epic winepic fail

Spectacular, embarrassing blunder

total disaster · colossal failure · crushing defeat · train wreck · debacle

scale/impressiveness

epic winhollow victory

Triumph devoid of reward

squeaker · close call · participation trophy · meh

Family

epic, win, epics, wins, winning, winner, winners, winnable

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Top 500,000
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G