triumphant (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /traɪˈʌmfənt/

Definition

Feeling or showing great joy and satisfaction as a result of a victory or success.

Examples

• The triumphant athlete raised the trophy high above her head, basking in the crowd's cheers.

• After years of hard work, the team made a triumphant return to their hometown, greeted by thousands of fans.

• His triumphant smile indicated that he had successfully completed the challenging puzzle.

Synonyms of triumphant

Words with a similar meaning to triumphant:

• victorious
• exultant
• jubilant
• elated

Antonyms of triumphant

Words with the opposite meaning to triumphant:

• defeated
• unsuccessful
• disappointed

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