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To successfully reach a desired result or goal.
Examples
He hopes to achieve a promotion next year.
They finally achieved the record after months of training.
She achieves her goals by working every day.
We need to achieve better results in the next project.
If you stay focused, you will achieve what you set out to do.
Similar words
realize
obtain
fulfill
accomplish
attain
secure
reach
Meanings
Examples
She achieves her goals by working every day.
They finally achieved the record after months of training.
He hopes to achieve a promotion next year.
We need to achieve better results in the next project.
If you stay focused, you will achieve what you set out to do.
Similar words
attain
accomplish
realize
fulfill
reach
secure
obtain
FAQ
To successfully reach a desired result or goal.
How is achieve used as a verb?
It is a verb meaning to succeed in doing something, especially after effort.
What is a synonym for achieve?
Synonyms include attain, accomplish, realize, fulfill, reach, secure, obtain.
What is the opposite of achieve?
The opposite is to fail to reach a goal.
In what contexts can you achieve something?
You can achieve personal goals, academic targets, professional milestones, or any desired outcome.
Can achieve be used in formal writing?
Yes, achieve is neutral in register and works in everyday and formal contexts.
What does the sense 'Succeed in reaching a goal' mean for achieve?
It means to succeed in doing something or reaching a desired result after effort.
How is achieve different from attain?
Compared with attain, achieve often emphasizes the effort involved, while attain can imply simply arriving at a result.
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