Triumphalism
/traɪˈʌm.fə.lɪz.əm/noun
A policy or attitude of showing excessive pride in military, political, or ideological victories.
Did you know?The Roman triumph was not merely a parade: it was a religious ceremony honoring Jupiter, while the word’s deeper history may connect it to Greek ritual songs for Dionysus.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
θρίαμβος (thriambos)
“A ritual song or chant associated with Dionysus; the exact origin is uncertain.”
Ancient Latin
Latin
triumphus
“A formal Roman victory procession and the acclamation or hymn associated with it.”
14th Century
Anglo-French
triumphe
“Victory, especially a military victory or celebratory procession.”
14th Century
Middle English
triumph
“Victory, success, or a victorious procession.”
17th Century
English
triumphal
“Relating to or celebrating triumph.”
19th Century
English
triumphalism
“An attitude or doctrine characterized by excessive confidence in one's victories or superiority.”
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