Meaning & use

triumph

noun·Academic

A great victory or success, often achieved after a difficult struggle.

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Winning the championship was a triumph for a team that lost every game last year.

Her full recovery felt like a personal triumph after months of therapy.

A note on using this word

As a verb, "triumph" means to succeed, often followed by "over," as in "triumph over adversity."

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2. verb

To achieve a victory or success, especially after a struggle.

The underdog team triumphed over the defending champions in the final.

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