successful
adj.adj. achieving the results you wanted or hoped for. It describes someone who has done well in their job, a project, or life in general.
adj. achieving a desired aim or result; having gained wealth, popularity, or status.
She is a very successful lawyer in the city.
The new marketing campaign was so successful that the company sold out of its entire stock within a week.
While the initial prototype failed to meet safety standards, the subsequent redesign proved successful, eventually securing the necessary patents for mass production.
From success + -ful.
Typically used before a noun or after a linking verb like 'be' or 'become'.
He is success in his jobHe is successful in his jobLearners often use the noun 'success' where the adjective 'successful' is required.
- Nounsuccess
- Adjectivesuccessful
- Adverbsuccessfully