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Meaning of achievement
The act of achieving something, especially something difficult or impressive.
Etymology of achievement
The word "achievement" comes from the Old French word "achever", which means "to finish" or "to complete", and is derived from the Latin words "ad" (to) and "capere" (to take), with the suffix "-ment" added to form a noun, the word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the act of completing or accomplishing something.
Synonyms
accomplishment
attainment
success
feat
exploit
triumph
victory
conquest
fulfillment
realization
actualization
completion
finish
culmination
fruition
payoff
reward
prize
honor
laurel
credit
merit
distinction
excellence
prowess
skill
proficiency
mastery
expertise
perfection
consummation
prosecution
execution
performance
deed
act
action
effort
endeavor
struggle
striving
drive
thrust
push
endeavor
exertion
labor
toil
industry
diligence
application
dedication
devotion
commitment
Definitions
- A thing done successfully or a goal or aim that has been accomplished
- * The process or fact of achieving something, especially something difficult or impressive
Usage Examples
- Her achievement in winning the championship was a testament to her hard work and dedication.
- * The team's achievement in completing the project on time was a significant milestone.
- * The artist's achievement in creating a masterpiece was recognized by critics and collectors alike.
Antonyms
failure
defeat
loss
disappointment
frustration
inadequacy
insufficiency
shortcoming
deficiency
neglect
omission
inaction
inactivity
idleness
lethargy
apathy
indifference
incompetence
ineptness
ineffectiveness
fiasco
debacle
disaster
catastrophe
calamity
misfortune
mishap
mistake
error
blunder