triumph

C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Literary

n. the feeling of being very happy and proud because you have succeeded.

n. a state of great joy or exultation resulting from a success or victory.

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“He returned home in triumph, showing his trophy to everyone he met.”

“There was a note of triumph in her voice as she announced that the contract had finally been signed.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Law Technical · Formal

n. a grand parade in Ancient Rome to celebrate a general who won a big war.

n. a formal, sanctified ceremonial procession held in Ancient Rome to publicly honour a victorious military commander.

“The general was granted a triumph through the streets of Rome after his conquest.”

“Historians debate the religious significance of the Roman triumph, which served both as a political tool and a ritual of purification for the returning army.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate

v. to win a victory or be successful against someone or something.

v. to prevail over rivals, challenges, or difficulties; to attain ascendancy through effort.

“In the end, truth and justice will triumph over lies.”

“The small independent bookstore managed to triumph over the large retail chains by focusing on community events and curated selections.”

C1 · Advanced Literary

v. to show that you are very happy about a victory.

v. to exhibit exultation or to rejoice greatly over a success or an advantage gained.

“They triumphed in their victory, dancing in the streets until late at night.”

“It is considered poor sportsmanship to triumph too loudly when your opponent has suffered a humiliating loss.”