accomplishment
/ə'kɔmpliʃmənt/
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Definition
Noun: 1. An ability or skill that has been acquired through training or practice: This refers to a learned proficiency, often in a specific area like art, music, or a practical skill. 2. The successful completion or achievement of something: This refers to the act of finishing a task, goal, or objective, or the thing that has been successfully completed.
Examples of Usage
- Meaning 1 (Skill):
- Speaking three languages is a remarkable accomplishment.
- Her musical accomplishments include playing the piano and the violin.
- Meaning 2 (Achievement):
- Finishing the marathon was a great personal accomplishment.
- The accomplishment of the project on time required a team effort.
Advanced Usage
- "A sense of accomplishment": A feeling of pride and satisfaction one gets from achieving something.
- Completing the difficult puzzle gave her a real sense of accomplishment.
Variants and Related Words
- Accomplish (verb): To successfully complete or achieve something.
- She worked hard to accomplish her goals.
- Accomplished (adjective): Highly skilled or trained; very good at something.
- He is an accomplished public speaker.
Synonyms
- Achievement: Something accomplished successfully, especially through effort or skill.
- Attainment: The act of achieving something, or something that has been achieved.
- Feat: An act or achievement that requires great courage, skill, or strength.
- Skill: The ability to do something well, often gained through training.
Antonyms
- Failure: A lack of success in achieving a goal.
- Defeat: The act of being beaten or unsuccessful.
Noun
- an ability that has been acquired by training
- the action of accomplishing something