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Triumph

/ˈtɹaɪ.ʌmf/

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

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📖 Definitions of "Triumph"

noun

1
A conclusive success following an effort, conflict, or confrontation of obstacles; victory; conquest.
"the triumph of knowledge"
2
A magnificent and imposing ceremonial performed in honor of a victor.
3
Any triumphal procession; a pompous exhibition; a stately show or pageant.
4
A state of joy or exultation at success.

🔄 Synonyms of "Triumph"

9 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

Word	Definition
prevailverb	(intransitive) To be superior in strength, dominance, influence, or frequency; to have or gain the advantage over others; to have the upper hand; to outnumber others.
wallowverb	To roll oneself about in something dirty, for example in mud.
rejoiceverb	(intransitive) To be very happy, be delighted, exult; to feel joy.
gloatverb	To exhibit a conspicuous (sometimes malevolent) pleasure or sense of self-satisfaction, often at an adversary's misfortune.
exultverb	(intransitive) To rejoice; to be very happy, especially in triumph; to triumph (over).
victorynoun	(uncountable) The condition or state of having won a battle or competition, or having succeeded in an effort; (countable) an instance of this.
crownoun	A bird, usually black, of the genus Corvus, having a strong conical beak, with projecting bristles; it has a harsh, croaking call.
jubilatenoun	To show elation or triumph; to rejoice.
revelnoun	To make merry; to have a happy, lively time.

↔️ Antonyms of "Triumph"

Words with the opposite meaning.

Word	Definition
defeatnoun	(transitive) To overcome in battle or contest.
lickingnoun	The act by which something is licked.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Triumph"

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Word	Definition
victorynoun	(uncountable) The condition or state of having won a battle or competition, or having succeeded in an effort; (countable) an instance of this.
prevailverb	(intransitive) To be superior in strength, dominance, influence, or frequency; to have or gain the advantage over others; to have the upper hand; to outnumber others.
exultverb	(intransitive) To rejoice; to be very happy, especially in triumph; to triumph (over).
gloatnoun	An act or instance of gloating.
jubilatenoun	(by extension, countable) A call to rejoice, outburst of joyous triumph.
rejoiceverb	(intransitive) To be very happy, be delighted, exult; to feel joy.
revelnoun	An instance of merrymaking; a celebration.
wallownoun	An instance of wallowing.
crownoun	A bird, usually black, of the genus Corvus, having a strong conical beak, with projecting bristles; it has a harsh, croaking call.
winningnoun	That constitutes a win.
winnernoun	One who has won or often wins.
triumphant	Having achieved victory; victorious, conquering.
successnoun	The achievement of one's aim or goal.
winnoun	An individual victory.
overcomenoun	(Scotland) The burden or recurring theme in a song.
achievementnoun	The act of achieving or performing; a successful performance; accomplishment.
conquerverb	To defeat in combat; to subjugate.
hurrahnoun	A cheer; a cry of hurrah!.
breakthroughnoun	Any major progress; such as a great innovation or discovery that overcomes a significant obstacle.
glorynoun	Honour, admiration, or distinction, accorded by common consent to a person or thing; high reputation; renown.