achieve
She worked hard to achieve her goals.
She succeeded in reaching her objectives through effort.
to successfully complete or reach a goal or objective
With dedication, he achieved his dream of becoming a doctor.
Through hard work, he succeeded in becoming a doctor.
The team achieved a new sales record this quarter.
The team succeeded in reaching a new sales milestone.
Often used with abstract or long-term goals.
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Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Use
'Achieve' is often used in formal or professional contexts. In casual speech, synonyms like 'succeed' or 'make it' may be more common.
Gold Rule
Goal-Oriented
'Achieve' is typically used with specific, measurable goals or objectives.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'acheven,' from Old French 'achever,' meaning 'to finish' or 'complete.'
Usage Notes
Often used in formal or professional contexts to describe significant accomplishments.