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success
[suhk-ses]
noun
the favorable or prosperous termination of attempts or endeavors; the accomplishment of one's goals.
the attainment of wealth, position, honors, or the like.
Synonyms: , ,a performance or achievement that is marked by success, as by the attainment of honors.
The play was an instant success.
a person or thing that has had success, as measured by attainment of goals, wealth, etc..
She was a great success on the talk show.
Obsolete.outcome.
success
/ əˈɛ /
noun
the favourable outcome of something attempted
the attainment of wealth, fame, etc
an action, performance, etc, that is characterized by success
a person or thing that is successful
obsoleteany outcome
Other Word Forms
- successless adjective
- successlessly adverb
- successlessness noun
- nonsuccess noun
- presuccess noun
- semisuccess adjective
- ܳˈ adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of success1
Example Sentences
The success of high-speed rail in other countries raises our competitive hackles.
But as his success soars, he finds he can switch off by playing snooker.
“We all contribute to the success of the club,” Melero said.
Tournament director Laura Robson said there had been no complaints over the courts after a week of absorbing action, while the success of the British contingent has contributed to the feel-good atmosphere in London.
“And we did. In the end it was worth it to be with him and applaud his successes.”
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