Achieve: meaning, definitions and examples

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achieve

 

[ əˈtʃiːv ]

Verb / Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Verb

goal

To successfully reach a desired goal or result through effort, skill, or courage.

Synonyms

accomplish, attain, reach, succeed

Examples of usage

  • She worked hard to achieve her dream of becoming a doctor.
  • The team achieved victory after a tough battle.
  • I believe that with determination, we can achieve anything we set our minds to.
Context #2 | Verb

academic

To attain a high standard in a particular subject or skill through study or practice.

Synonyms

accomplish, attain, reach, succeed

Examples of usage

  • He achieved top grades in his exams.
  • She achieved fluency in Spanish after years of study.
  • Hard work and dedication are essential to achieving success in academia.
Context #3 | Noun

award

Something that is successfully accomplished, especially through effort or skill; a goal that has been reached.

Synonyms

accomplishment, attainment, success, triumph

Examples of usage

  • Winning the championship was a great achievement for the team.
  • His novel was considered an achievement in modern literature.
  • Graduating with honors was a significant achievement for her.

Translations

Translations of the word "achieve" in other languages:

🇵🇹 alcançar

🇮🇳 प्राप्त करना

🇩🇪 erreichen

🇮🇩 mencapai

🇺🇦 досягати

🇵🇱 osiągnąć

🇯🇵 達成する (tassei suru)

🇫🇷 atteindre

🇪🇸 lograr

🇹🇷 başarmak

🇰🇷 성취하다 (seongchwihada)

🇸🇦 تحقيق (tahaqiq)

🇨🇿 dosáhnout

🇸🇰 dosiahnuť

🇨🇳 实现 (shíxiàn)

🇸🇮 doseči

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🇰🇿 жету

🇬🇪 მიღწევა (migweva)

🇦🇿 nail olmaq

🇲🇽 lograr

Word origin

The word 'achieve' originated from the Old French word 'achever', meaning 'to complete'. It entered the English language in the late 14th century with the sense of 'to complete, accomplish'. Over time, 'achieve' has come to represent the act of successfully reaching a desired goal or result through effort or skill. The word is commonly used in various contexts, emphasizing the accomplishment of objectives, both personal and professional.