Word noun
achieving
n.
US /əˈtʃivɪŋ/ UK /ɐtʃˈiːvɪŋ/ achiev·ing
Definition
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
the process of working toward and reaching a difficult result.
the gerund form used as a noun to describe the systematic process of accomplishment or the state of being successful.
Simple“The achieving of these goals will take several years of hard work.”
In context“The achieving of social equity requires more than just legislative change; it demands a fundamental shift in cultural attitudes.”
UsageOften used with the definite article 'the' and the preposition 'of' when functioning as a formal noun.
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Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Common
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