Definitions

accomplishment

[uh-kom-plish-muhnt] / əˈkɒm plɪʃ mənt /

NOUN

something successfully done, completed

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ability achievement capability deed effort exploit feat performance skill talent triumph

STRONG

act art attainment completion conclusion consummation coup execution finish fulfillment production proficiency realization stroke

WEAK

bringing about carrying-out effecting

Antonyms

STRONGEST

failure forfeit idleness ignorance impotence inability incapacity incompetence weakness

STRONG

beginning commencement introduction loss start unfulfillment

WEAK

defeat frustration nullification

Example Sentences

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“This is an incredible accomplishment for a country that is this poor,” said Haggard, noting that Kim benefited from some luck, too.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Securing the clean sweep at a considerably younger age than Djokovic further adds to the Italian's accomplishment.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

This accomplishment opens the door to the next goal, demonstrating 'entanglement swapping' between two quantum dots.

From Science Daily • Apr. 30, 2026

Carvana is trying to maintain a rapid pace of growth while also expanding profit margins—a difficult accomplishment for any company.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

“You won the other two. That’s an accomplishment enough. It’s better to stop while you’re ahead.”

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros

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