Definition

The state of achieving desired goals or outcomes.

Example

Her successfulness in the project earned her a promotion.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about what successfulness really means to you?

Yeah, I guess it’s different for everyone, right?

For me, it’s about achieving personal goals and happiness.

Exactly! Finding your own path to successfulness is what matters most.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Successfulness → It is formed from "success" (from Latin "successus", meaning outcome or result) and "-ful" (meaning full of) and "-ness" (meaning the state of being). The word "successfulness" means the state of being full of success or achieving favorable outcomes.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'full of' ('-ful') 'outcomes' ('success') — that's why successfulness means the state of achieving success.

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