Triumph

usgb/ˈtraɪʌmf/
noun

A great victory or achievement.

The team's triumph in the championships was widely celebrated.
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Often appears as...

  • triumphant victory
  • triumph over adversity
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Historical Battles

Triumph is often used to describe decisive historical victories or turning points.

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The triumph of the allied forces in World War II shaped modern history.
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Metaphoric Victory

Triumph can be used metaphorically for personal victories over challenges, not just actual competitions.

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His invention's success was a triumph over years of doubt.
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Emotional Weight

Triumph implies a significant, often emotional, victory rather than a trivial win.

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After years of research, the scientist's breakthrough was a triumph.
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accomplishmentachievementconquerconquestdominanceglorificationprevailsuccessvictorywin
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