fist-pump

Clenched celebratory thrust

A fist-pump is a gesture of triumph or excitement made by thrusting a clenched fist into the air, often with a quick downward pull: He fist-pumped after sinking the winning shot.

The gesture and verb emerged from sports celebrations and spread to everyday victories.

Also written as one word or two.

celebration

triumph

Resounding, celebrated victory

jubilationIntense, expressive happiness
victoryDefeating an opponent
exultationIntense triumphant joy

cheering · hooray · excitement · elation · joy · euphoria · ecstasy · thrill · delight · enthusiasm

gesture

thrust

Forceful forward motion

raiseLift or increase
clenchSqueeze tightly shut
armUpper body limb

motion · nonverbal · expression · body-language · signal · display · stance · posture · punch · jab

pop-culture

Nadal

Spanish clay-court tennis champion

memeShared online humor
viralSpreading quickly online
GIFAnimated image format

emoji

sports

goal

Desired end result

touchdownSix-point gridiron play
knockoutIncapacitating final blow
slam-dunkForceful overhead basket

ace · strike · podium · medal · championship · playoff · overtime · buzzer-beater · comeback · upset

Opposites

emotional expression/valence

fist-pumpfacepalm

Gesture showing exasperation

slumped shoulders · hang one's head · eye roll · wince · groan

gesture type/formality

fist-pumpwave

Oscillating motion through medium

handshake · bow · curtsy · golf clap · poker face

gesture energy/intensity

fist-pumpslump

Extended period of decline

sag · deflate · wilt · droop · collapse

Family

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Profile: Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G