The word "triumph" is spelled with six letters and three syllables. It starts with the consonant cluster "tr" pronounced as /tr/. The vowel sound in the first syllable is a short "i" /ɪ/ and the second syllable has a long "u" /u:/ sound. The final consonant "ph" is pronounced as /f/. The IPA phonetic transcription for "triumph" is /ˈtraɪʌmf/. This word denotes a great victory or success and is commonly used in relation to sports, battle, or personal achievements.
Triumph is a noun and verb that carries strong connotations of victory, success, and achievement. As a noun, it refers to a notable or decisive victory, a feeling of jubilation or exultation derived from a success, or a significant achievement or accomplishment. It indicates the culmination of a struggle or hardship, resulting in a moment of celebration or glory. Triumph implies a sense of superiority, superiority over adversity or an opponent, and can be accompanied by elation, pride, or satisfaction.
As a verb, triumph denotes the action of overcoming difficulty or adversity, achieving victory or success, and it suggests an expression of joy, delight, or satisfaction following the attainment of a goal. It entails an act of prevailing in a challenging situation, leaving behind a sense of triumph in its wake.
The term is often used in relation to personal achievements, accomplishments in sports, or the culmination of a long and arduous journey. However, it can also have a broader application, extending beyond individual experiences, to encompass collective victories, societal milestones, or cultural achievements. Whether applied to one's own accomplishments or those of a group or nation, triumph conveys a sense of reward, fulfillment, and the overcoming of obstacles. Overall, triumph represents the pinnacle of success, emblematic of a momentous occasion or a hard-won battle.
• The pomp with which a victory is celebrated in public; a victory; a conquest; state of being victorious; exultation for success.
• To celebrate a victory with pomp; to obtain victory; to insult upon an advantage gained; to be prosperous.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "triumph" comes from the Latin word "triumphus". The Latin term is believed to have originated from the combination of two words, "tri-" meaning "three" and "umphant" from "umpus" meaning "to announce". In ancient Rome, a triumph was a grand ceremonial procession held to celebrate a military victory or achievement by a general or emperor. The term eventually evolved to encompass the broader concept of any significant success or victory, both in a military and non-military context.