accomplish
Accomplish (verb) means to succeed in doing or finishing something, especially something difficult. Example: “She accomplished her goal of running a marathon before turning forty.”
How to Use Accomplish
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo finish a goal or task successfully.
Word Forms
accomplished past tense, accomplishes singular
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She _____ her goal of running a marathon before turning forty.
Etymology
From Old French acomplir, from Vulgar Latin roots meaning "to fill up completely" — related to the English word "complete."
Synonyms
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “accomplish” mean?
The word “accomplish” means to succeed in doing or finishing something, especially something difficult. In plain terms, to finish a goal or task successfully.
How do you pronounce “accomplish”?
“Accomplish” is pronounced uh-KUHM-plihsh (/əˈkɑm.plɪʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “accomplish” in a sentence?
Here is “accomplish” used in a sentence: “She accomplished her goal of running a marathon before turning forty.”
What is another word for “accomplish”?
Words with a similar meaning to “accomplish” include do, perform, fulfill, realize, effect and effectuate.
What part of speech is “accomplish”?
“Accomplish” is a verb.
Where does the word “accomplish” come from?
The word “accomplish” comes from Vulgar Latin. From Old French acomplir, from Vulgar Latin roots meaning "to fill up completely" — related to the English word "complete.".
Is “accomplish” a common word?
“Accomplish” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
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