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 Words From

• un·tri·um·phant·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of triumphantly¹

triumphant ( def ) + -ly

Related Words

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