Synonyms for

Achievements

Verb / ʌˈtʃi:vmʌnts / Another word for achievements — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

achievements refer to something accomplished, especially by superior ability, special effort, great courage, etc.; a great or heroic deed.

Synonyms & similar words

accomplishment achievement accomplishments feats successes triumphs victories conquests coup exploits gain masterstroke acquisition attainment feat score win accomplishment advance arrival ascendancy attainment

Synonyms by register

Formal

accomplishments attainments realizations successes

Informal

wins successes feats great jobs

Literary

exploits deeds triumphs

Antonyms

failures defeats setbacks shortcomings inadequacies insufficiencies

Common collocations

  • personal achievements
  • significant achievements
  • major achievements
  • academic achievements
  • career achievements
  • list of achievements
  • recognize achievements
  • celebrate achievements

Word family

noun achievement
verb achieve
adjective achievable

Usage note

Achievements typically refer to positive outcomes resulting from effort or skill. The plural form 'achievements' is used to denote multiple successes.

Example sentences

  1. His achievements in school made his parents proud.
  2. I am proud of my achievements in the art competition.
  3. Her achievement of climbing a mountain was an amazing feat.
  4. The team's achievement of winning the championship was celebrated.
  5. The achievement of landing on the moon was a great accomplishment for mankind.

Quotes

  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
  • Success is stumbling from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm. - Winston Churchill
  • Success is not how high you have climbed, but how you make a positive difference to the world. - Roy T. Bennett

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