triumphant

The definition of triumphant is the feeling of being joyful, jubilant and proud after a success or victory.

(adjective)

The way you feel after your team wins the Superbowl is an example of triumphant.

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See triumphant in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

  1. successful; victorious
  2. rejoicing for victory; exulting in success; elated
  3. Rare triumphal
  4. Obsolete magnificent

Origin: L triumphans, prp. of triumphare: see triumph

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See triumphant in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
  1. Exulting in success or victory.
  2. Victorious; conquering.
  3. Archaic Triumphal.
  4. Obsolete Magnificent; splendid.

Related Forms:

  • tri·umˈphant·ly adverb

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