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Finishing the project on time was a success.
What does Success mean?
reaching a goal with a good result.
Dictionary definition
Reaching a goal or getting a good result through effort, skill, or planning.
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Her success came from daily reading practice.
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Long-term success usually comes from small, repeated actions.
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What does success mean?
Success means reaching a goal with a good result.
Practice 2
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to success?
Achievement is close in meaning to success in this context.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is a useful contrast for success?
Failure contrasts with success in this context.
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suk · sess · strongest beat: sess
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WordSuccess.
Partnoun.
MeaningSuccess means reaching a goal with a good result.
ExampleExample: Finishing the project on time was a success.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- suk · sess
- Strongest beat
- sess
- Ending
- sess
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on sess.
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Synonyms
Words like Success
achievementUse for a completed goal or accomplishment.
accomplishmentUse for a success earned through work.
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Word family
Success word family
Base word
success
adjective
successful
Having achieved a desired goal.
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