achievement
uh-CHEEV-muhnt
Achievement (noun) means something accomplished through effort, skill, or courage; a notable success. Example: “Winning the scholarship was a huge achievement for her.”
noun
1
Something accomplished through effort, skill, or courage; a notable success.
"Winning the scholarship was a huge achievement for her."
"Landing the spacecraft safely was a remarkable achievement."
"Finishing the marathon after months of training was a great achievement for him."
2
In video games, an award or badge given for completing a specific task or goal.
"He unlocked a new achievement for finishing the level without dying."
"She spent the whole weekend trying to earn every achievement in the new game."
"The game gives you an achievement the first time you find a hidden room."
How to use achievement
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA success or accomplishment — something worth being proud of.
Common pairings
a great achievement
sense of achievement
achievement unlocked
academic achievement
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Etymology
From Old French achever ("to finish"), the same root as "achieve," with the ending "-ment" added to turn the verb into a noun.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for achievement
cement
element
clement
movement
pavement
tenement
inclement
abatement
amusement
statement
agreement
excrement
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Frequently asked questions
What does “achievement” mean?
The word “achievement” means something accomplished through effort, skill, or courage; a notable success. In plain terms, a success or accomplishment — something worth being proud of.
How do you pronounce “achievement”?
“Achievement” is pronounced uh-CHEEV-muhnt (/əˈt͡ʃiːv.mənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “achievement” in a sentence?
Here is “achievement” used in a sentence: “Winning the scholarship was a huge achievement for her.”
What is another word for “achievement”?
Words with a similar meaning to “achievement” include accomplishment.
What part of speech is “achievement”?
“Achievement” is a noun.
Where does the word “achievement” come from?
The word “achievement” comes from Old French. From Old French achever ("to finish"), the same root as "achieve," with the ending "-ment" added to turn the verb into a noun.
Is “achievement” a common word?
“Achievement” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “achievement” have?
“Achievement” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: something accomplished through effort, skill, or courage; a notable success.
What is the difference between an achievement and a goal?
A goal is something you aim for and hope to reach in the future, while an achievement is something you have already accomplished through effort, skill, or courage. In short, a goal is the target and an achievement is the successful result.
What is the difference between 'achievement' and 'accomplishment'?
The two words are very close in meaning and are often interchangeable, both describing something reached through effort. 'Achievement' can carry a slightly stronger sense of overcoming difficulty or reaching a notable success, while 'accomplishment' can also refer to a learned skill or talent.
What are common collocations with 'achievement'?
Common collocations include 'a great achievement', 'a remarkable achievement', 'a sense of achievement', 'lifetime achievement', and 'achievement gap'. The phrase 'a sense of achievement' describes the satisfying feeling of having succeeded at something.
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