attainment

noun

at·​tain·​ment ə-ˈtān-mənt 

1

: the act of attaining something : the condition of being attained

She values educational attainment above all else.

2

: something attained : accomplishment

His scientific attainments are well known.

Synonyms of attainment

• achievement
• success
• accomplishment

Examples of attainment in a Sentence

She values educational attainment above all else.

Her scientific attainments have made her quite well-known in the field of biology.

Recent Examples on the Web

Bryant said fast-growing counties in the Central Valley tend to have lower rates of college attainment, which research has consistently linked to lower voter participation. — Evelyn Ronan, Sacbee.com, 22 June 2026

Researchers also found a seven-point increase in bachelor's degree attainment over the past year, suggesting a rapidly strengthening workforce. — Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026

The ability of a family to stay in one place helps with children’s educational attainment, wealth accumulation and safer neighborhoods. — Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 June 2026

County demographics, including median household income, race/ethnicity and educational attainment, are from the Census. — New York Times, 16 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

see attain

First Known Use

1543, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for attainment

• arraignment
• containment
• entrainment
• sustainment
• ascertainment
• entertainment

Kids Definition

attainment

noun

at·​tain·​ment ə-ˈtān-mənt 

1

: the act of attaining : the state of being attained

2

: something attained : accomplishment