triumplant Meaning, Definition & Usage

Tri*um"plant adjective

Etymology

L. triumphans, p. pr. of triumphare: cf. F. triomphant. See Triumph, v. i.

Definitions

1. Rejoicing for victory; triumphing; exultant.

   Successful beyond hope to lead ye forth Triumphant out of this infernal pit. Milton.

2. Celebrating victory; expressive of joy for success; as, a triumphant song or ode.
3. Graced with conquest; victorious.

   Athena, war's triumphant maid. Pope.

   So shall it be in the church triumphant. Perkins.

4. Of or pertaining to triumph; triumphal. Obs.

   Captives bound to a triumphant car. Shak.