1
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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as in realized
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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
Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 6 Sep. 2025
In 2022, the company achieved the world’s first test of a megawatt-class, multi-kilovolt hybrid electric propulsion system in altitude conditions simulating single-aisle commercial flight.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2025
Armani achieved elegance and timelessness through simplicity and worked in his final days, the Armani Group said in a statement.
—Leah Olajide, Freep.com, 5 Sep. 2025
This one emits a blue-Gatorade glow, cleverly achieved through layering fabrics in shades of blue and a small light.
—Laura Bannister, Curbed, 5 Sep. 2025
The holy grail of European club football was achieved just four times from 1955-56 to 2007-08, but has since been claimed on seven occasions — an indication of how the elite teams have pulled further and further away from the rest of the continent.
—Will Jeanes, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
That prominence was achieved when Cohesity, which previously held 5% of the market, acquired the 14% held by Veritas.
—Ganesh Rao, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2025
Giorgio Armani, the famed Italian fashion designer who achieved elegance and timelessness through simplicity, has died.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
As of Friday evening, the fire crew has achieved full containment of the fire.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Verb
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
Adjective
The effect was achieved through volume capture technology.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 6 Sep. 2025
In 2022, the company achieved the world’s first test of a megawatt-class, multi-kilovolt hybrid electric propulsion system in altitude conditions simulating single-aisle commercial flight.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2025
Armani achieved elegance and timelessness through simplicity and worked in his final days, the Armani Group said in a statement.
—Leah Olajide, Freep.com, 5 Sep. 2025
This one emits a blue-Gatorade glow, cleverly achieved through layering fabrics in shades of blue and a small light.
—Laura Bannister, Curbed, 5 Sep. 2025
The holy grail of European club football was achieved just four times from 1955-56 to 2007-08, but has since been claimed on seven occasions — an indication of how the elite teams have pulled further and further away from the rest of the continent.
—Will Jeanes, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
That prominence was achieved when Cohesity, which previously held 5% of the market, acquired the 14% held by Veritas.
—Ganesh Rao, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2025
Giorgio Armani, the famed Italian fashion designer who achieved elegance and timelessness through simplicity, has died.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
As of Friday evening, the fire crew has achieved full containment of the fire.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for achieved
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Less than 100 pairs of the original release were produced and the style attained mythical status over the years, at times feeling like a sneaker that could only be seen through screens.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2025
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It’s been demonstrated, for example, that greater savings can be attained for those with comparatively higher body mass indices.—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The work of both artists is among the many precedents for what Swift has accomplished.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
4 Sep. 2025
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The Cincinnati Bengals have accomplished said rare feat, as the first official injury report for Week 1 holds no players.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Charlotte forced five Tar Heels three-and-outs, held them to 33% on third-down attempts, and won the time of possession battle.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Sep. 2025
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After the Yankees won two of three in Houston to start their gauntlet of 12 straight against current playoff teams, Judge was in the lineup and playing right field.—
Larry Fleisher,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Buried under the charred rubble on Life Changers Global Ministries’ parking lot is a promise that will be fulfilled, the decades-old south Phoenix church’s pastor is quick to assure.—
Jose R. Gonzalez,
AZCentral.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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This bonus offer will be fulfilled as 20,000 ThankYou® Points, which can be redeemed for $200 cash back.—
Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
1 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Heading into Tuesday’s report, Oracle shares were up 46% for the year, while the Nasdaq had gained 13%.—
Ari Levy,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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The case gained widespread attention after the Charlotte Area Transit System released video footage of the killing over the weekend.—
Adeola Adeosun
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The veteran has at times performed for the Padres, but his latest clunker — Cortes yielded six runs over 2 1/3 innings — continued an alarming trend for a rotation that has gone nine consecutive games without an outing of more than five innings.—
Dennis Lin,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Paramedics performed life-saving measures on the boy, but couldn't save him; he was pronounced dead at the scene.—
KC Baker,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The reality is that though the individual components of fire cider may be good for you, the finished product may not taste great.—
Maggie O'Neill,
Verywell Health,
4 Sep. 2025
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After a three-minute curing time, the two halves of the mold are pulled apart, and the finished object is removed.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Also made from nonporous silicone, each liner is made from food-grade silicone that’s nontoxic and BPA-free.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
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The right-hander made his second start with the organization on Saturday.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Achieved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/achieved. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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