triumphantly

[trahy-uhm-fuhnt-lee]

adverb

1. 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.

2. 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.

Other Word Forms

• untriumphantly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of triumphantly¹

triumphant ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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.

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Then, they emerge triumphantly with a round for us all.

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Cheered on by massive crowds, Fidel Castro marched triumphantly into Havana.

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In an eventual 8-4 comeback victory, they successfully, triumphantly and assuredly passed.

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There was even more palpable excitement as a platform rose from the 360-degree stage to reveal the five performing members back triumphantly, all clad in sharp black suits with glittering accents.

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