Triomphal (en. Triumphal)

/tʁiɔ̃fal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which manifests a triumph, which is steeped in glory.
The triumphant return of the hero thrilled the crowd.
Le retour triomphal du héros a enthousiasmé la foule.
Characterized by great joy or a dazzling success.
His victory was celebrated with a triumphant parade.
Sa victoire fut célébrée par un défilé triomphal.
Relates to the celebration or proclamation of a victory.
Triumphant days are often marked by festivities.
Les jours triomphaux sont souvent marqués par des festivités.

Etymology

From Latin 'triunphalis', from 'triunphus', meaning victory or success.

Common Phrases and Expressions

triumphant entry
Arrival marked by fame and enthusiasm.
entrée triomphale
triumphant departure
Leaving with honor and recognition.
départ triomphal
triumphant day
Day dedicated to the celebration of a success.
jour triomphal

Related Words

triumph
Celebrated victory, often over an opponent.
triomphe
victory
Success in a competition or conflict.
victoire
glorious
Worthy of glory, admirable.
glorieuse

Slang Meanings

To have a great achievement or a dazzling success.
His latest project had a triumphant success.
Son dernier projet a eu un succès triomphal.
To describe something impressive or extraordinary.
The concert was triumphant, everyone loved it.
Le concert a été triomphal, tout le monde a adoré.