achievement
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noun \ə-ˈchēv-mənt\Definition of ACHIEVEMENT
1
: the act of achieving : accomplishment
2
a : a result gained by effort b : a great or heroic deed
3
: the quality and quantity of a student's work
See Examples of ACHIEVEMENT
- The discovery of DNA was a major scientific achievement.
- It was a great achievement.
- Getting the project done on time was a real achievement.
First Known Use of ACHIEVEMENT
15th century
Related to ACHIEVEMENT
- Synonyms
- accomplishment, acquirement, attainment, baby, coup, success, triumph
- Antonyms
- nonachievement
See Synonym Discussion at feat
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