achievement
/əˈtʃiːvmənt/noun★Intermediate
general
The act of accomplishing something significant or difficult
Graduating from university is a great achievement.
It represents years of study and effort.
Her latest novel was a literary achievement.
It received critical acclaim and awards.
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Can refer to personal, academic, or professional accomplishments
Collocations
achievement gapdifference in performance between groupsachievement awardprize for notable accomplishmentachievement unlockedinformal phrase for completing a goal
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Related Phrases
achievement unlockedphrase
informal phrase celebrating completion of a goal
💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Use
Use 'achievement' for significant accomplishments. For everyday goals, consider 'success' or 'accomplishment'.
⚡Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
Don't use 'achievement' for minor tasks; reserve it for meaningful accomplishments.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'achievement' (14th century), from Old French 'achevement' (completion), from 'achever' (to complete)
📝Usage Notes
Often used in formal contexts to describe notable accomplishments. Can be used both for individual and collective successes.
Word Breakdown
achieve
to succeed in doing something
root-ment
the result or process of
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