triumphantly
Americanadverb
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in a way that symbolizes victory or success.
Francis Scott Key was inspired by the sight of the large American flag flying triumphantly above the fort.
As she finishes, the music soars triumphantly then crunches onto what must be one of the most dramatically telling discords in the history of music.
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in a way that shows rejoicing or exultation over a victory or success.
On Thursday the founder of the biotech company triumphantly announced production of 70 million doses of the antimalarial compound.
He turned and ran towards the jubilant fans, leaping triumphantly into the air.
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Etymology
Origin of triumphantly
Explanation
When a runner crosses the finish line with a big smile and arms raised high, they finish triumphantly, celebrating their victory with pride and joy. To do something triumphantly means to do it with a strong sense of victory and happiness. The word comes from "triumph," meaning "a great win or achievement." Whether it’s scoring the winning goal in a soccer game, acing a difficult exam, or overcoming a significant challenge, doing it triumphantly means you do it with celebration and confidence. This term captures the joy and satisfaction that come with accomplishing something significant and often involves public acknowledgment or a sense of personal pride.
Vocabulary lists containing triumphantly
Example Sentences
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When Kok crossed the finish line, she raised her fists triumphantly.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2026
Not every collection is a success: a delicate red-orange shrimp daintily eludes the suction tube, swirling its long antenna as it swims almost triumphantly beyond reach.
From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026
By Friday, the former coach who’d triumphantly celebrated last year in Columbus found himself in a narrow, cement-walled room, dressed in a white jail-issued uniform.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 13, 2025
Benn held a wide lead going into the final round when he put Eubank down twice before triumphantly stepping up on to the ropes to celebrate when the final bell rang.
From BBC • Nov. 15, 2025
The other mother smiled at this, triumphantly, and Coraline wondered if she had made the right choice.
From "Coraline" by Neil Gaiman
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