Definition of triumph

• n. - A magnificent and imposing ceremonial performed in honor of a general who had gained a decisive victory over a foreign enemy.
• n. - Hence, any triumphal procession; a pompous exhibition; a stately show or pageant.
• n. - A state of joy or exultation for success.
• n. - Success causing exultation; victory; conquest; as, the triumph of knowledge.
• n. - A trump card; also, an old game at cards.
• n. - To celebrate victory with pomp; to rejoice over success; to exult in an advantage gained; to exhibit exultation.
• n. - To obtain victory; to be successful; to prevail.
• n. - To be prosperous; to flourish.
• n. - To play a trump card.
• v. t. - To obtain a victory over; to prevail over; to conquer. Also, to cause to triumph.