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triumph

noun verb

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

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Word length
7
Starts with
T
Ends with
H
Contains
RI
Scrabble score
14

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Pronunciation

/ˈtɹaɪ.ʌmf/ /ˈtɹaɪ.əmf/

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Definitions

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.

  5. A trump card.

  6. A card game, also called trump.

  7. 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.

    “Scorsese's latest film is a triumph.”

verb

  1. To celebrate victory with pomp; to rejoice over success; to exult in an advantage gained; to exhibit exultation.

  2. To prevail over rivals, challenges, or difficulties.

  3. To succeed, win, or attain ascendancy.

  4. To be prosperous; to flourish.

  5. To play a trump in a card game.

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Example Sentences

the triumph of knowledge
Scorsese's latest film is a triumph.
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