Definition

The achievement of a goal or the accomplishment of something that was planned or desired.

Example

Her success in the competition made her very proud.

Conversation

Hey, did you hear about Jamie's big project?

Yeah, I heard it was a huge success!

I knew she would pull it off; she worked really hard on it.

Absolutely! Her dedication really paid off in the end.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Success → It is formed from 'successus' (meaning an outcome or result) which comes from 'succedere' (meaning to come close after). The word 'success' refers to the favorable outcome or result of an endeavor, indicating that something has come to fruition after effort.

Memory Tip

Think of 'coming close after' to remember that 'success' means achieving a favorable outcome after working towards a goal.

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