Words / B2

TREYE-umf/ˈtraɪʌmf/

A triumph is a great success after struggle: a triumph for; triumph over. As a verb, to triumph. Victory is close, often in sport or war; success is weaker. Triumphant is the adjective. Do not call a routine pass a triumph. Headlines: a legal triumph for campaigners.

Meaning

A great success or victory; as a verb, to win after difficulty.

Examples

• “Winning the appeal was a triumph for the residents’ group.”
• “She triumphed over a long injury, which is the verb.”

Good to know

a triumph for / over; triumph over. Verb: triumph. Close: victory. Weaker: success. Adjective: triumphant. Not a routine result.

Near in meaning

victory

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