TRIUMPHS Synonyms: 130 Similar and Opposite Words

triumphs 1 of 2

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

If only the feminist painter, who died in 2023 at the age of 87, had lived to see the world catch up to her tender triumphs. — Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 18 Sep. 2026 Hynde goes inside the music that took the world by storm and revisits the triumphs and tragedies that followed. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026 The wars, weddings, births, massacres, famines, our triumphs, our defeats, our past. — Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2026 Years of practice, games, injuries, triumphs and defeats shape prospects for the ultimate goal — to play hockey professionally. — Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026 The two other European Cup/Champions League triumphs in 1999 and 2008 are also high points in the club’s history, Solskjaer’s winner in 1999 the most dramatic of any final. — Andy Mitten, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026 The propulsive anthem becomes synonymous with the end of the hoops showcase that carried the triumphs of such NBA superstars as Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 9 Sep. 2026 Following Paris-Saint Germain’s back-to-back triumphs, the 2026-27 season of the UEFA Champions League kicks off today with as many as six games. — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2026 Watch the women gather regularly for hair appointments and heart-to-hearts, sharing triumphs, heartbreaks and plenty of laughs along the way. — Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 7 Sep. 2026

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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

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Noun

The United States’ epic twentieth-century successes in diplomacy set dangerously high expectations.

— Orville Schell, Foreign Affairs, 16 Sep. 2026
But seven years after its launch, Apple’s successes are cohering into a recognizable style.

— Joe Reid, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of successes

Noun

Those victories flying off island airstrips might have been the final legacy of the Corsair, but British Royal Navy pilots figured out how to fly it off carriers, according to the museum.

— Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2026
Below are the coaches with the most victories in each decade starting with the 1950s.

— Todd Holcomb, AJC.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of victories

Verb

Furthermore, the president and close advisers argue that the paramount concern is ensuring the United States wins the AI race against China, maintaining both economic primacy and national security.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026
Are the Hawks in a position to string together wins this year?

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of wins

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Maine West officials sought a way to celebrate Dugalic’s accomplishments in person after she was drafted, according to Brett Clark, a District 207 spokesperson.

— Russell Lissau, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
As well, even recognition of the historic accomplishments of minority individuals, such as the Tuskegee airmen, would be removed.

— Richard Davis, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of accomplishments

Noun

These notable achievements were coupled with moments of remembrance for legendary actors and creators, like Dolly Parton, Rob Reiner and Catherine O’Hara, among many others.

— Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026
Wherever possible, quantify your achievements with metrics and include recognizable brands or clients.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026