triumph meaning and definition

TRIUMPH noun

Definition of triumph (noun)

1. a successful ending of a struggle or contest
   • "a narrow victory"; "the general always gets credit for his army's victory"; "clinched a victory"; "convincing victory"; "the agreement was a triumph for common sense"
   • synonyms: victory
   • antonym: defeat
2. the exultation of victory

TRIUMPH verb

Definition of triumph (verb)

1. prove superior
   • "The champion prevailed, though it was a hard fight"
   • synonyms: prevail
2. be ecstatic with joy
   • synonyms: rejoice, wallow
3. dwell on with satisfaction
   • synonyms: crow, gloat
4. to express great joy
   • "Who cannot exult in Spring?"
   • synonyms: exuberate, exult, jubilate, rejoice