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triunfalismo

triumphalism

noun tryoon-fah-LEES-moh Rare

Usage Note

Triunfalismo refers to an attitude of excessive or premature celebration of victory, often used critically in political commentary—el triunfalismo del gobierno tras las elecciones (the government's triumphalism after the elections). The related adjective is triunfalista. It carries a negative connotation, implying that the celebration is unwarranted or counter-productive.

Examples

"El triunfalismo del equipo fue prematuro."

Natural Translation

The team's triumphalism was premature.

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