Meaning 1neutral; often celebratory · 82%
A great success or victory experienced with joy and satisfaction.
Natural examples
Der Sieg im Finale war ein Triumph für das junge Team.
The final victory was a triumph for the young team.
Nach Monaten der Arbeit feierte sie ihren Triumph.
After months of work, she celebrated her success.
Der Triumph spiegelte sich deutlich in seinem Gesicht.
His face clearly showed his joy at winning.
Usage note
A Triumph is a major success, often celebrated; the word can also describe joy after winning.
Mini-lesson: Triumph
A great success or victory experienced with joy and satisfaction. A Triumph is a major success, often celebrated; the word can also describe joy after winning.
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