SUCCESSFULNESS Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

successfulness

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as in success

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Noun

The president of the Atlanta Neighborhood Development Partnership (ANDP) said the law is an important step forward, but its long-term success will depend on cooperation between federal, state and local leaders.

— Nakell Williams, CBS News, 14 July 2026
Atlanta’s formula for success included 16 second-chance points, 21 points off turnovers and 35 rebounds.

— Micahya Costen, AJC.com, 14 July 2026

Definition of success

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The movie in question is Moana, starring newcomer Catherine Laga’aia as the eponymous Polynesian teenager who joins demigod Maui, played by Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, on a seafaring adventure to restore prosperity to her people.

— Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Their 25th studio album grapples with the distance between the promising America of the band’s young imagination and today’s reality, since one of the sources of their prosperity has been their affinity for Stateside sounds and vibes.

— Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 10 July 2026

Definition of prosperity

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The findings led to the arrest of Shuey, Tucker Heagy, 20, and Stephanie Schaffner, 42, who were charged with felony endangering the welfare of children.

— Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026
Brimlett-Blankenship was charged with first-degree murder and two counts of endangering the welfare of a minor.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 14 July 2026

Definition of welfare

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New parents should expect to answer several questions from their providers to get a sense of their mental well-being.

— Isabel Lopez, Parents, 14 July 2026
Supportive family relationships, good mental well-being, access to quality health care and strong social connections also help extend healthspan.

— Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 14 July 2026

Definition of well-being

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