Synonyms for

Achieving

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

Definition

to successfully bring about or accomplish a goal

Synonyms & similar words

accomplish attain achieve reach accomplishing attaining reaching getting fulfilling succeeding hitting realizing winning obtaining acquiring securing gaining scoring earning completing finishing executing performing doing

Synonyms by register

Formal

accomplishing realizing effecting fulfilling

Informal

pulling off making it getting it done nailing it

Literary

attaining procuring securing

Antonyms

failing losing missing surrendering giving up falling short

Common collocations

  • achieving success
  • achieving goals
  • achieving results
  • achieving a balance
  • achieving a breakthrough
  • achieving a dream
  • achieving recognition

Word family

noun achievement
verb achieve
adjective achievable

Usage note

Achieving implies successfully reaching a desired outcome or goal. It is often used in contexts of effort and ambition.

Example sentences

  1. She is achieving her goals in school.
  2. He worked hard to achieve his dream of starting his own company.
  3. The team is achieving success through hard work and dedication.
  4. I am proud of what I have achieved so far.
  5. Achieving your dreams takes determination and perseverance.

Quotes

  • The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. - Eleanor Roosevelt
  • Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. - Albert Schweitzer
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt

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