accomplishment
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
something difficult that you have succeeded in doing.
the successful completion of a task or the attainment of a significant goal.
Simple“Finishing the marathon was a huge accomplishment for someone who only started running last year.”
In context“The successful negotiation of the peace treaty was hailed as a major diplomatic accomplishment for the young administration.”
Synonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
a special skill or talent that you have learned, like playing an instrument.
a refined skill or social grace acquired through education or practice.
Simple“She has many accomplishments, including being a talented painter and a concert pianist.”
In context“In the nineteenth century, the ability to speak French and play the harp were considered essential accomplishments for a young woman of status.”
Synonyms - 03 C1 Advanced
the act of finishing a task or reaching a goal.
the process or act of carrying something out to its conclusion.
Simple“The accomplishment of our mission took much longer than we first expected.”
In context“The rapid accomplishment of the project was only possible due to the seamless coordination between the engineering and design departments.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 04 C2 Proficiency
a way to describe a verb that has a clear starting point and a natural end.
the lexical aspect of a predicate that represents a process leading to a logical culmination or terminal point.
Simple“In grammar, 'drawing a circle' is an accomplishment because it has a clear finish line.”
In context“Linguists distinguish between activities and accomplishments, noting that the latter inherently includes a telic endpoint within the semantic structure of the verb phrase.”
UsageUsed in linguistics to categorise verbs like 'build a house' or 'run a mile'.
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“This lack of accountability is grossly unfair on the many academics who report honestly on their accomplishments and do excellent work without resorting to such tactics.”
“Arday claimed to have completed 30 marathons in 35 days, to have run 600 miles in six days, and to have raised £5m (sometimes more) for charity, accomplishments he altered on questioning.”
* First attested in the early 15th century. * (completes, perfects, equips): First attested around 1600. * accomplish + -ment * Borrowed from French accomplissement, from accomplir
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.