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attained

v.
C1 Advanced US //əˈteɪnd// UK //ɐtˈeɪnd// at·tained

v. to reach a goal or a specific level after working hard for it.

v. to succeed in achieving something difficult, or to reach a specific state, age, or level. Transitive — requires a direct object representing the target or milestone.


SIMPLE

She finally attained her goal of becoming a pilot.

CONTEXTUAL

After years of dedicated practice, the musician attained a level of mastery that few others in the field could match.

COMPLEX

The movement attained its primary objectives through a combination of grassroots organizing and strategic legal challenges, though full social integration remained a distant prospect.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and takes a direct object. Often used in formal contexts regarding status, age, or professional achievements.

Pitfall

He attained to a high position.He attained a high position.Attain is a transitive verb and does not require the preposition 'to' before the object.

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