Triomphe (en. Triumph)

/tʁjɔ̃f/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A resounding success or a victory.
His triumph in the competition was celebrated by all.
Son triomphe au concours a été célébré par tous.
A moment of great joy or satisfaction after a victory.
They organized a party in honor of his triumph.
Ils ont organisé une fête en l'honneur de son triomphe.
A celebration or act of victory.
The triumph of the victors was grand.
Le triomphe des vainqueurs a été grandiose.

Etymology

From the Latin 'triunphus', meaning victory.

Common Phrases and Expressions

The triumph of the will
Succeeding in achieving a goal despite obstacles.
Le triomphe de la volonté

Related Words

triumphant
One who has achieved victory.
triomphant
triumphal
Related to a triumph or celebration.
triomphal

Slang Meanings

Great victory often used ironically.
His triumph in this game was almost a miracle!
Son triomphe à ce jeu était presque un miracle !
In a figurative sense, obtaining something spectacularly.
He had a triumph in his presentation, everyone was impressed.
Il a eu un triomphe dans sa présentation, tout le monde était impressionné.