triumphal
Triumphal (adjective) means relating to, or celebrating, a triumph or victory. Example: “The emperor rode through a triumphal arch built to mark his conquests.”
How to use triumphal
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribing something built or held in celebration of victory.
Don't confuse with "triumphant," which describes a person's feeling or manner of victory rather than a monument or ceremony.
Word forms
more triumphal comparative, triumphals plural, most triumphal superlative
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The emperor rode through a _____ arch built to mark his conquests.
Etymology
From Latin triumphālis, related to triumphus.
Frequently asked questions
What does “triumphal” mean?
The word “triumphal” means relating to, or celebrating, a triumph or victory. In plain terms, describing something built or held in celebration of victory.
How do you pronounce “triumphal”?
“Triumphal” is pronounced treye-UHM-fuhl (/tɹaɪˈʌmfəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “triumphal” in a sentence?
Here is “triumphal” used in a sentence: “The emperor rode through a triumphal arch built to mark his conquests.”
What part of speech is “triumphal”?
“Triumphal” is an adjective.
Where does the word “triumphal” come from?
The word “triumphal” comes from Latin. From Latin triumphālis, related to triumphus.