Triumph

/ˈtɹaɪ.ʌmf/ · noun

Meaning

A conclusive success following an effort, conflict, or confrontation of obstacles; victory; conquest..

Definitions by Sense

1. A conclusive success following an effort, conflict, or confrontation of obstacles; victory; conquest.
2. A magnificent and imposing ceremonial performed in honor of a victor.
3. (obsolete) Any triumphal procession; a pompous exhibition; a stately show or pageant.
4. A state of joy or exultation at success.
5. (obsolete) A trump card.
6. A card game, also called trump.
7. (historical, Ancient Rome) a ceremony held to publicly celebrate and sanctify the military achievement of an army commander.
8. A work of art, cuisine, etc. of very high quality.

Example Sentences

the triumph of knowledge

After being defeated in three previous finals, Roger finally tasted triumph at this year's competition.

We are ready, & our daughter heere, / In honour of whoſe Birth, theſe Triumphs are, / Sits heere like Beauties child,

Great triumph and rejoicing was in heaven.

Hercules from Spain / Arrived in triumph, from Geryon slain.

Eros has Packt Cards with Cæsars, and false plaid my Glory Unto an Enemies triumph

Scorsese's latest film is a triumph.

This wedding cake is a triumph.

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Word Forms

• triumphs
• triumphing
• triumphed

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