Definition for TRI-UMPH'ANT

TRI-UMPH'ANT, a. [L. triumphans.]

  1. Celebrating victory; as, a triumphant chariot. South.
  2. Rejoicing as for victory. Successful beyond hope to lead you forth / Triumphant out of this infernal pit. Milton.
  3. Victorious; graced with conquest. So shall it be in the church triumphant. Perkins. Athena, war's triumphant maid. Pope.
  4. Celebrating victory; expressing joy for success; as, a triumphant song.

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