TRIUMPHS Synonyms: 130 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

plural of triumph

as in successes

a successful result brought about by hard work getting into Harvard is quite a triumph

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as in victories

an instance of defeating an enemy or opponent our stunning triumph on the field won us the title of regional champs

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triumphs

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verb

present tense third-person singular of triumph

as in wins

to achieve victory (as in a contest) despite an accident early on, the runner persevered and ultimately triumphed

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as in delights

to feel or express joy or triumph the team triumphed by hoisting their coach into the air and carrying her off the field

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Recent Examples of triumphs

Noun

In the end, Gizelle’s team triumphs, prompting more dejection from Vicki. — Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 17 Aug. 2026 Palace squeezed through 1-0 on aggregate against Norwegian side Fredrikstad and Chelsea edged past Swiss team Servette 3-2 on aggregate at the same stage of their respective triumphs in the competition. — Andy Naylor, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026 Washington’s lack of such a structure is a lesson in constitutional discretion — these United States have not needed to celebrate our triumphs in such a form. — Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 9 Aug. 2026 Salzburg’s worries are our worries; its triumphs can be ours as well. — Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 5 Aug. 2026 Few discoveries better illustrate what that system made possible than that of the Higgs boson, considered one of the most significant scientific triumphs of the 21st century. — Lisa Song, CNN Money, 28 July 2026 However, translating these lab-scale triumphs into commercial utility-scale systems has proven to be a monumental engineering hurdle. — Paul Smith-Goodson, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026 My life in law enforcement has been filled with opportunities and challenges, temptations and triumphs, heartbreak and pride. — Rodney K. Harrison, New York Daily News, 19 July 2026 The poem built the template for the Hero’s Journey, shaping literature’s approach to character, adventure and conflict in a narrative that encompasses mortals, gods and monsters, history and mythology, tests and triumphs. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026

Verb

Aureliano Buendía’s journey is not that of a hero who triumphs after overcoming obstacles, but that of a figure driven by inner will who is overcome by external coercion. — Roberto Andrés, The Dial, 28 May 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for triumphs

Noun

And for all the Padres’ successes under private equity wizard Peter Seidler, his biggest bet went bust, the ‘23 Padres missing the playoffs despite his approving MLB’s third-highest payroll.

— Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
How someone celebrates their financial successes can reveal their financial priorities.

— Jackie Combs, CNBC, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of successes

Noun

Van Gisbergen, the road-course ace with seven victories the past two seasons, finished 28th.

— Jeff Gluck, New York Times, 30 Aug. 2026
That 46-footer amassed an enviable racing résumé over successive decades, including multiple victories in the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac, the Silver Jubilee Series, and the Queen’s Cup.

— Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of victories

Verb

In this one, the Tar Heels scored first again, allowed 10 straight points and then played the sort of gritty defense under a gray Irish sky that wins you a lot of football games.

— Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 30 Aug. 2026
If the credit bid is successful, the creditor wins the asset and the debtor gets a deduction of the judgment for the amount of the credit bid.

— Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of wins

Verb

In addition to the scents currently available at Walmart, Dove will release additional Target-exclusive holiday delights later this fall.

— Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026
Tartine is fittingly tucked inside a former funeral home chapel, where breakfast delights such as golden pastries, fresh breads and fruity jams are heaven on Earth.

— Carrie Bell, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of delights

Noun

It’s often said that great athletes struggle to talk about their sport and their accomplishments.

— Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 30 Aug. 2026
Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue Sabrina Carpenter will have reason to celebrate her career accomplishments on the Billboard 200 two weeks in a row.

— Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of accomplishments

Verb

Wright Stevens is, at times, unsparing in the details of the Ipalook crime scene, though her search for truth and justice prevails.

— Mackenzie Farkus, Christian Science Monitor, 27 Aug. 2026
Ultimately, who prevails will depend on the terms of the trust and the 2025 agreement – neither of which is public – and the 2017 court order.

— Naomi Cahn, The Conversation, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of prevails

Noun

The crowning achievement in a long list of achievements for Jobs, the late Apple co-founder, was the introduction of the iPhone, which is still the company’s cash cow to this day.

— Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 25 Aug. 2026
Read on to learn about Parton’s legacy from her music career, theme parks, and other history-making achievements.

— Jessica Vacco-Bolaños, StyleCaster, 25 Aug. 2026