Synonyms for

Triumphs

Verb / ˈtraɪʌmfs / Another word for triumphs — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A great victory or achievement.

Synonyms & similar words

wallow exult triumph crow rejoice gloat defeat exuberate prevail jubilate victory victories successes accomplishments achievements conquests wins triumphings glories feats parades pomp pageants celebrations festivals carnivals fairs galas jubilees

Synonyms by register

Formal

victories successes achievements conquests

Informal

wins big breaks successes

Literary

accolades laurels splendors

Antonyms

defeats failures losses setbacks subjugations vanquishments

Common collocations

  • great triumphs
  • major triumphs
  • personal triumphs
  • significant triumphs
  • hard-won triumphs
  • celebrate triumphs
  • list of triumphs
  • moment of triumph

Word family

noun triumph
verb triumph
adjective triumphant

Usage note

While 'triumphs' often implies a significant victory, it can also be used for less momentous successes. The plural form is common when referring to a series of achievements.

Example sentences

  1. The team's triumphs in the tournament were celebrated with a parade.
  2. She felt a great sense of triumphs after completing the difficult task.
  3. His triumphs in the race earned him a gold medal.
  4. The company's triumphs in the market led to increased profits.
  5. The artist's triumphs in his field were recognized with an award.

Quotes

  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. -Nelson Mandela
  • Victory at all costs, victory in spite of all terror, victory however long and hard the road may be; for without victory, there is no survival. -Winston Churchill
  • It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop. -Confucius

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