as in realized
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as in attained
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
finally achieved stardom
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as in accomplished
to carry through (as a process) to completion
finally achieved his purpose, which was to form a first-class boys' choir made up of inner-city kids
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Recent Examples of achieved
Lauren Jade Hill, Forbes, 15 June 2021
Especially for her father, who, like her mother, was the child of Jewish immigrants, the house embodied the achieved American dream.
—Arthur Lubow, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2018
Oliver Kay, New York Times, 8 Nov. 2025
Researchers in South Korea have achieved a breakthrough that can lead to safer and more efficient batteries, quickening the transition to clean energy and paving the way for a more sustainable future.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2025
Processing at 240 degrees (which can only be achieved in a pressure canner) will neutralize the spores and kill food spoilage bacteria.
—Laura Simpson, Oc Register, 8 Nov. 2025
Sustainable transformation isn’t achieved by a mandate; instead, it’s driven by leaders who focus on people first.
—Feon Ang, Fortune, 7 Nov. 2025
In recent years, Del Mar has consistently achieved transactions above $40 million, cementing its reputation as one of the most desirable and valuable stretches of coastline in California.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025
Her 2018 memoir Becoming, achieved record-breaking sales.
—Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
Mark has earned the additional title of Certified Specialist in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death, which only 1% of lawyers in the field have achieved.
—William Jones, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Once that’s achieved, cure again; then seal with the top coat.
—Laura Solla, Glamour, 25 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Ultimately, the resort aims to leave guests feeling renewed, uplifted and inspired, ensuring an achieved sense of ‘weightlessness’.
—Lauren Jade Hill, Forbes, 15 June 2021
Especially for her father, who, like her mother, was the child of Jewish immigrants, the house embodied the achieved American dream.
—Arthur Lubow, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2018
Verb
The wins over Villa and Madrid were achieved with Andy Robertson restored at left-back, at the expense of new signing Milos Kerkez, and with Dominik Szoboszlai bringing more balance and physical presence by reprising last season’s advanced-midfield role.
—Oliver Kay, New York Times, 8 Nov. 2025
Researchers in South Korea have achieved a breakthrough that can lead to safer and more efficient batteries, quickening the transition to clean energy and paving the way for a more sustainable future.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2025
Processing at 240 degrees (which can only be achieved in a pressure canner) will neutralize the spores and kill food spoilage bacteria.
—Laura Simpson, Oc Register, 8 Nov. 2025
Sustainable transformation isn’t achieved by a mandate; instead, it’s driven by leaders who focus on people first.
—Feon Ang, Fortune, 7 Nov. 2025
In recent years, Del Mar has consistently achieved transactions above $40 million, cementing its reputation as one of the most desirable and valuable stretches of coastline in California.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025
Her 2018 memoir Becoming, achieved record-breaking sales.
—Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
Mark has earned the additional title of Certified Specialist in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death, which only 1% of lawyers in the field have achieved.
—William Jones, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Once that’s achieved, cure again; then seal with the top coat.
—Laura Solla, Glamour, 25 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for achieved
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In other words, the goonstate, so central to the subculture’s branding and self-conception, is only rarely attained.—
Daniel Kolitz,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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The presentation by Robinson, who has been the university’s chancellor since 2022, centered on the record numbers the school has attained in the last six years and its goals as a land grant institution.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
21 Oct. 2025
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Poetically, collaboration and togetherness were motifs throughout the evening, as no behind the camera job is accomplished in isolation.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
6 Nov. 2025
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Our purpose will be accomplished.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
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Acuff won a high school state championship at the Breslin Center in 2023.—
Matt Byrne,
Arkansas Online,
9 Nov. 2025
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Cardell Williams completed 8 of 11 passes for 188 yards and two touchdowns to speedster Ernest Campbell as the Hornets won for the sixth time in their last eight outings with two conference games to go.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Trier’s paternal grandfather, Ernst, was a talented painter of modernist landscapes who never quite fulfilled his early promise.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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White’s promotion also left an open spot on the practice squad — one fulfilled by defensive tackle and 2024 Panthers draft pick Jaden Crumedy.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The finished device generates pulses below 50 femtoseconds, uses only five components, and occupies just a few square centimeters.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Nov. 2025
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For up to $60 per person, a date where a finished product, such as a candle, is created is interactive, creative, and a way to discover someone’s personal preferences.—
Essence,
Essence,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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As the anti-India movement in the Maldives gained momentum, China exploited the United States’ absence, rapidly expanding its regional footprint by easing the tremendous debt the island country owed China.—
MUHIB RAHMAN,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Nov. 2025
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The Collectible design platform was founded in Brussels in 2018 and gained recognition for its finesse in linking pillars of design, art and fashion.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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Wearing a Tom Ford tuxedo, the prince posed on the green carpet alongside singers Mendes and Minogue, who both performed at his late mother Queen Elizabeth II's 92nd birthday London concert in 2018.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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That was when the practice began of parents withholding food from children who performed badly on their pre-exams as an incentive to study harder.—
George Packer,
The Atlantic,
6 Nov. 2025
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Organizers made the decision after protesters repeatedly disrupted the recent Spanish Vuelta in the presence of Israel-Premier Tech.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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The Hornets made two interceptions, including one by Koa Akui, the team leader with five picks.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
9 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Achieved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/achieved. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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