What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
overcome
Example
She overcame her fear of public speaking by practicing in front of friends. [overcame: past tense]
Example
The team worked together to overcome the challenges of the project. [overcome: verb]
triumph
Example
The athlete triumphed over his injury to win the championship. [triumphed: past tense]
Example
We celebrated our team's triumph over the competition with a big party. [triumph: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Overcome is more commonly used than triumph in everyday language, and is versatile enough to be used in various contexts. Triumph is less common and more formal, often used in literature or speeches.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between overcome and triumph?
Triumph is more formal than overcome, and is often used in more formal contexts such as speeches or literature. Overcome is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
