achievement
noun
Simple meaning
The successful completion of a socially defined goal or task, highlighting individual or group accomplishment.
Pronunciation
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uhcheevmuhntSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
əˈtʃivmənt
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
noun
The act of achieving or performing; a successful performance; accomplishment.
sociology
The successful completion of a socially defined goal or task, highlighting individual or group accomplishment.
A great or heroic deed or feat; something accomplished by valor or boldness.
Word Aura™
How this word commonly comes across.
Aura for this meaning
This meaning: The act of achieving or performing; a successful performance; accomplishment.
'Achievement' refers to something successfully done, especially after effort. It carries a positive connotation of accomplishment and often implies a significant, noteworthy result. It is frequently paired with words like 'great,' 'remarkable,' or 'major.'
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Moderate
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Successful and accomplished
- Usage feel
- Precise and approving
Where you'll really hear it
Award ceremony
“Receiving this scholarship is a huge academic achievement.”
Performance review
“Her greatest achievement this year was leading the new project.”
Biography
“Building that company from scratch was his life's major achievement.”
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More ways to use achievement
- “Winning the science fair was a great achievement for the young student.”
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